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NFL analyst bestows honor on Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson that is both wild and makes complete sense

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is already on track to be the best wide receiver to ever play in the National Football League, and he's already the best to ever be drafted at 22nd overall, as ESPN's Benjamin Solak set out to name the best player to be drafted at every draft slot in the NFL Draft.

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Minnesota Vikings All Quarter Century Team: Offensive Guard No. 1

Steve Hutchison headlines the group of offensive guards seeking to land on our Vikings All Quarter Century Team. Now that we’ve got our bookends of the offensive line voted on, it’s time to work inside and figure out which players will make up the interior!

Christian Darrisaw News / A to Z Sports / July 3

Latest Christian Darrisaw news highlights the Minnesota Vikings' strategy that sets them apart

The Minnesota Vikings are going into the season with another one of their star players on offense coming off a torn ACL in left tackle Christian Darrisaw.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 3

Kevin O'Connell's next project for the Minnesota Vikings has a skill set perfect for his offense

Going into the 2025 season, the Minnesota Vikings will be waiting to see how first-year starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy acclimates to being the guy.

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The 'NFL head coaches' quiz

How many of the 32 NFL head coaches to at the start of the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL head coaches with 2+ Super Bowl appearances' quiz

The 'NFL rookie quarterback passing yard leaders' quiz

The 'Most recent 100-reception season for each NFL team' quiz

J.J. McCarthy News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Minnesota Vikings' One Big Question: Were They Right To Bet On J.J. McCarthy?

In this offseason series, Athlon Sports' Doug Farrar asks the One Big Question for every NFL team that will become readily apparent when the season does begin, and the lights are at their brightest.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / July 3

Can you guess this Vikings guard in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out which Vikings player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! Hey Minnesota Vikings fans!

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 2

Predicting Vikings Madden NFL 26 Ratings: Offensive Line Edition

And again, let’s get into some Madden NFL 26 ratings predictions for our Vikings. You can check out the secondary predictions here, and the offensive skill positions here, because this time, we’re giving the attention to the big boys on the offensive side of the trenches, a unit that is 60% different from last season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Vikings' Justin Jefferson Dealt Disrespect Due to J.J. McCarthy

Justin Jefferson has established himself as one of the best wide receivers in the NFL. The former first-round pick is the top weapon of the Minnesota Vikings' quarterback J.J.

J.J. McCarthy News / purplePTSD.com / July 2

Don’t Overlook 1 Cool J.J. McCarthy Wrinkle

The Minnesota Vikings had to make a decision this offseason, and they ultimately opted to part ways with another capable starter after having to watch Kirk Cousins depart in the previous year.

Christian Darrisaw News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 2

Vikings insider says Week 1 Darrisaw return 'probably a rosy expectation'

Will J.J. McCarthy have one of the best left tackles in the game protecting his blind side when he suits up for his first NFL regular season snaps this September?

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 2

2025 All-NFC North Preseason Team: Vikings dominate the wide receivers

In part three of our 2025 All-NFC North Preseason Team series, we're looking at wide receivers. Justin Jefferson and Amon-Ra St. Brown were the consensus 1-2 selections by our panel of NFC North On SI contributors, followed by mixed opinions on DJ Moore, Jordan Addison, Jayden Reed, Jameson Williams and Rome Odunze.

Bryant McKinnie News / The Daily Norseman / July 2

Minnesota Vikings All Quarter Century Team: Offensive Tackle No. 2

Bryant McKinnie was voted as the OT1 for the Vikings All Quarter Century Team. Which other tackle will end up joining him in this elite group? In a fairly competitive race, Bryant McKinnie won the vote to be our first offensive tackle named to the Vikings All Quarter Century Team.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 2

New Vikings Defender Is Turning Heads

The Minnesota Vikings have undergone a serious transformation in the secondary, as three of the top six players at safety and cornerback are no longer around.

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Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / July 2

Vikings trivia: Your in-5 daily game, Wednesday edition

Think you can figure out which Vikings player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! Hey Minnesota Vikings fans!

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 2

3 way-too-early 2026 NFL Draft prospects Minnesota Vikings must monitor

As the Minnesota Vikings look ahead to the 2026 NFL Draft, the franchise faces familiar questions about the future of its defense and secondary. With a roster in transition and several veteran contracts nearing their end, the Vikings must continue to build through the draft to stay competitive and manage their cap situation.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / July 2

While Brian Flores is confident at cornerback, talent is still available at the position if the Minnesota Vikings want to address the perceived need

The Minnesota Vikings were consistently linked to a potential trade for cornerback Jalen Ramsey. Ultimately, the Miami Dolphins chose to trade him to the

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 1

Vikings RB Aaron Jones gets the recogntion he deserves from his peers with a bold statement from himself

The Minnesota Vikings have one of the better rosters in the National Football League and they are getting the recognition they deserve. Running back Aaron Jones has been named the 98th-best player entering the 2025 season by his peers.

Aaron Jones News / Athlon Sports / July 1

NFL Makes Vikings, Aaron Jones Announcement on Tuesday

Even in his age-30 season and first year away from the Green Bay Packers, Aaron Jones proved he has more left in the tank for the Minnesota Vikings. Jones posted a career-high 1,138 rushing yards and added 51 receptions for 408 yards receiving to add to a career-high 306 total touches for the former Pro Bowl running back.

Dallas Turner News / Pro Football Rumors / June 27

Vikings may get creative to give Dallas Turner more playing time

The Vikings traded up in the first round for Dallas Turner last year, but his usage did not reflect the team’s apparent excitement about his talent.

Did Aaron Rodgers nearly join Vikings over Steelers this offseason?

Insider explains how Seahawks protected themselves with Sam Darnold deal

NFL hot takes: One NFC player on each team who must sizzle in 2025

The way-too-early 2026 NFL mock draft

The 'AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year award winners' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 27

Insider explains how Seahawks protected themselves with Sam Darnold deal

ESPN NFL insider Dan Graziano provided more information on how the Seahawks protected themselves while acquiring a new QB1 for at least the upcoming season.

NFL hot takes: One NFC player on each team who must sizzle in 2025

NFL hot takes: One AFC player on each team who must sizzle in 2025

Maxx Crosby opens up about receiving contract extension from new Raiders regime

Who has the most passing yards in a season for every NFL team?

The 'Active NFL passing yard leaders' quiz

Donovan Jackson News / Pro Football Rumors / June 26

Vikings first-rounder leading LG battle

Vikings first-round pick Donovan Jackson “has the inside track to emerge from training camp” as the team’s starting left guard, according to ESPN’s Kevin Seifert.

The way-too-early 2026 NFL mock draft

The 'AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year award winners' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 26