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On YouTubeMinnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / March 7
Vikings Work Out Several Restructures
Until recently, the Vikings were on track to be well over the 2026 salary cap. That has produced a number of cost-shedding moves over the course of this week, including several restructures.
The 'NFL year-by-year sack leaders' quiz
The NFL began officially tracking sacks in 1982. How many of the year-by-year leaders in sacks can you name in five minutes?
2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds
Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 7
Minnesota Vikings restructure key offensive player to create salary cap space, and it's not happening how you think
The Minnesota Vikings needed to make a significant amount of moves to get under the salary cap. Heading into the weekend, they either performed a restructure, or reports surfaced they would be cutting players.
T.J. Hockenson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 7
Vikings Clear $5M Of Cap Room By Restructuring TE T.J. Hockenson’s Deal
Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that the Vikings have restructured the contract of TE T.J. Hockenson on Friday. According to Ian Rapoport, the Vikings created $5 million of cap space by reducing Hockenson’s $21.3 million cap figure for the 2026 season. Minnesota has been working to clear cap space before the start of the league year next week.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 7
Minnesota Vikings are likely to approach T.J. Hockenson for a paycut. Here's how they can get it done to help both sides
The Minnesota Vikings have been making a lot of moves to get under the salary cap. So far, they have made or are planning to make seven moves to get compliant
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 7
Vikings’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup after NFL Combine
The Minnesota Vikings are going through a transformative offseason in 2026, characterized by significant financial adjustments and a quest for veteran leadership at quarterback.
Minnesota Vikings News / HITC / March 7
NFL analyst picks Vikings QB as among candidates to be the next Sam Darnold in the league
NFL analyst Jay Busbee believes a current Minnesota Vikings quarterback could eventually follow a career path similar to Sam Darnold. Darnold’s career has often been cited as a reminder that early struggles do not always define a quarterback’s long-term potential.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 7
Does Maxx Crosby Trade Increase the Vikings' Asking Price for Jonathan Greenard?
Friday night brought an NFL trade stunner as the Baltimore Ravens swooped to snag star defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders, and the deal could have implications for the Minnesota Vikings' offseason plans.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
Minnesota Vikings News / Total Pro Sports / March 7
Minnesota Vikings’ Stadium Causes Mass Chaos As It Hosts College Baseball Tournament
The U.S. Bank Stadium, home of the Minnesota Vikings, starred in controversy on Friday. The NFL team lends its stadium to the University of Minnesota. The program will play the Cambria College Classic this weekend, but the venue presented some issues during the first day of the tournament.
J.J. McCarthy News / The SportsRush / March 7
'I’m Taking J.J. McCarthy in 2028': Jay Busbee Reveals Who Could Be the NFL’s Next Sam Darnold
The NFL has seen several quarterbacks revive their careers after early struggles, with Sam Darnold becoming one of the most recent examples of a player finding success in a better system.
Jonathan Greenard News / A to Z Sports / March 7
Latest NFL news could spell good news for Minnesota Vikings' return in potential Jonathan Greenard trade
The days leading up to the legal tampering period to kick off NFL free agency are always eventful. There are usually multiple trades and surprises that occur during that time, and this year is no exception.
Kyler Murray News / The Spun / March 7
Vikings take first step toward pursuing quarterback Kyler Murray
The Minnesota Vikings are expected to pursue Kyler Murray this offseason, per multiple reports.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 7
Bears reportedly fill newfound center need with Patriots trade agreement
The Chicago Bears had an unexpected hole to fill this offseason when star center Drew Dalman informed the team he was retiring earlier this week. They did not waste time trying to find his replacement.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / March 6
Four-time NFL Pro Bowler announces his retirement amid concussion issues
A multi-time NFL Pro Bowler is ready to focus on his longer-term health.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 6
Minnesota Vikings still have work to do with the salary cap after restructuring Justin Jefferson and Christian Darrisaw
The Minnesota Vikings entered the offseason with one of the worst salary cap situations in the NFL. They were projected to be around $46 million over the salary cap, but the moves that have already been reported will save the Vikings a significant amount.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 6
Vikings Tender Three Exclusive Rights Free Agents
Darren Wolfson reports the Vikings tendered exclusive rights free agent RB Zavier Scott on Friday. According to Adam Schefter, Minnesota also tendered exclusive rights free agent LB Bo Richter.
Minnesota Vikings News / Gridiron Heroics / March 6
Minnesota Vikings: 4x-Pro Bowler Announces Major Career News
The Minnesota Vikings signed Ryan Kelly to a two-year, $18 million contract last March to anchor the offensive line, communicate signals, and help set protections for J.J.
Ryan Kelly News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 6
Vikings C Ryan Kelly Announces Retirement
Vikings’ veteran C Ryan Kelly announced on X that he is retiring from the NFL after 10 years in the league. Kelly was entering the final year of his two-year contract with the Vikings and was set to earn a base salary of $7.89 million in 2026.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 6
How Much Cap Space Do the Vikings Have? Tracking the Latest Updates
The Vikings entered this week roughly $45 million above the NFL salary cap, giving them plenty of work to do ahead of free agency and the start of the new league year next week.
Justin Jefferson News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 6
Vikings Restructure Jefferson, Darrisaw Deals to Clear Cap Space
The Vikings are doing simple restructures of Justin Jefferson and Christian Darrisaw's contracts to clear cap space ahead of next week's NFL free agency, according to a report from NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 6
Vikings may have Kyler Murray backup plan in mind amid J.J. McCarthy uncertainty
A recent report revealed that signing with the Minnesota Vikings is the "preference" of Murray, who is on track to be released by the Arizona Cardinals after the new league year opens this coming Wednesday afternoon. However, it seems that the Vikings may have a different signal-caller in mind.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 6
Cardinals QB Kyler Murray seemingly has 'preference' for next NFL team
Reporters and insiders have linked Murray with several quarterback-needy teams throughout the offseason. It sounds like he has one particular destination in mind.
J.J. McCarthy News / Gridiron Heroics / March 6
'Shock J.J.': Vikings’ Reported QB Plan Amid J.J. McCarthy Concern Revealed
The Minnesota Vikings appear to be preparing for a competitive battle at quarterback as questions surround J.J. McCarthy’s development. Recent reports indicate the organization may bring in a proven veteran to challenge the young signal caller heading into the 2026 season.
Brian Flores News / Total Apex Sports / March 5
Minnesota Vikings Javon Hargrave Takes Subtle Shot At DC Brian Flores
There has been a flurry of news coming out of the Minnesota Vikings camp. They have to shed a lot of salary, which is leading to some cap casualties. As the Minnesota Vikings prepare to release defensive tackle Javon Hargrave, he is making sure fans and front offices know exactly why his numbers dropped last season.
Jonathan Greenard News / Pro Football Rumors / March 3
Vikings ‘Open’ To Trading Jonathan Greenard; Team Seeking Day 2 Pick?
Although outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard is only halfway into a four-year, $76MM contract, the cap-strapped Vikings are “open” to dealing him, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
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