Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / May 2

Can you guess this Vikings receiver 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 Vikings fans! We’re back for another day of the Daily Norseman in-5 daily trivia game.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 2

Analysts unpopular decision to move Vikings down NFL Power Rankings making them a major underdog heading into 2025 season

The NFL Draft is now conclude and the Minnesota Vikings are preparing for a potential Super Bowl run in the 2025 season. With a lot of internal expectations and hefty ones from the fanbase, this is when the real fun begins with the competitive rebuild that general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has maneuvered brilliantly over the last three years.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / May 1

ESPN Likes 2 Vikings Draft Picks

The Minnesota Vikings entered the 2025 NFL Draft with only four picks, but left with five new rookies and backup quarterback Sam Howell. Still, not everyone was high on Minnesota’s haul; the class even ranked dead last according to one analyst.

Tony Pollard News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active NFL rushing leaders' quiz

Can you name the active NFL players with at least 3,000 rushing yards through the end of 2024 season?

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / May 1

Vikings’ Reclamation Project Is Getting All the Buzz

The Minnesota Vikings hired some players who will be immediate help for some of the team’s weakest position groups from last season. Among those are Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave on the defensive line and Will Fries and Ryan Kelly on the offensive side of the ball.

NFL News / Yardbarker

One offseason addition for each NFL team that should make fans excited

The offseason brings reason for excitement, even for the NFL's bottom feeders. Here's a look at one roster add every fanbase should be excited about heading into the 2025 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / May 1

Ex-Vikings QB Is in Trouble

Kellen Mond remains an infamous player in the Minnesota Vikings’ franchise history. Drafted in the third round, some had hope he could be Kirk Cousins’ successor after a few years of learning behind the veteran passer, but Mike Zimmer’s legendary presser quickly squashed those fantasies.

NFL Draft News

Would Steelers have drafted Will Howard over Shedeur Sanders?

Giants' Malik Nabers shares strong reaction to Shedeur Sanders' draft slide

Davis, Kiper Jr. have no animosity over Sanders debate

Rece Davis, Mel Kiper Jr. have no animosity over Shedeur Sanders debate

Chicago Bears criticized for potential NFL Draft reach

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / May 1

Thoughts on the Vikings UDFA Class

A few UDFAs could once again make the Vikings’ roster The Minnesota Vikings have been one of the better teams in recent years when it comes to adding future

Kwesi Adofo-Mensah News / A to Z Sports / May 1

Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah shares thoughtful insight on teambuilding that explains his track record

We are firmly in the offseason now for the Minnesota Vikings. They successfully navigated free agency and the NFL Draft by adding a lot of very talented players with a major focus on the trenches.

Josh Oliver News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Vikings' $21 Million Starter Josh Oliver Bracing for His Departure

The Minnesota Vikings offense is expected to undergo a considerable transformation after overhauling the offensive front. Introducing three new starters

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 1

Minnesota Vikings signed an undrafted free agent that the rest of the NFL made a big mistake not selecting in the 2025 NFL Draft

The Minnesota Vikings added five players in the 2025 NFL Draft, which is tied for the fewest players selected by any team in the league. But they have signed an impressive group of undrafted free agents to strengthen their rookie class.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / May 1

Where do Vikings stand in post-draft national NFL power rankings?

A few months ago, we took a look at various end-of-season NFL power rankings from national media outlets, and the consensus was that the Vikings were a borderline top-ten team.

J.J. McCarthy News / Pro Football Rumors / May 1

J.J. McCarthy addresses recovery from meniscus procedures

J.J. McCarthy has seen the Vikings present him with a golden opportunity. The team passed on franchise-tagging Sam Darnold and then let the bounce-back starter walk, and it did not outbid the Colts for Daniel Jones.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / May 1

Way too early 2026 NFL Mock Draft highlights fascinating strategy for Vikings with bold statement in round one

The NFL Draft for the Minnesota Vikings over the last four years has been quite an interesting time. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has been severely maligned for his strategy in the NFL Draft.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / May 1

Vikings Opened the Checkbook for 3 UDFAs

The Minnesota Vikings take undrafted free agents, or priority free agents, seriously, especially with Kwesi Adofo-Mensah calling the shots. His UDFA resume features Ivan Pace Jr., a starting linebacker.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / May 1

J.J. McCarthy learned what it means to be "a true pro" from Sam Darnold

Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy was able to play only one preseason game during his rookie year. But as he detailed this week, he still gained a lot from sitting and watching things unfold over the course of 2024 — particularly from now-Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Vikings Take Steep Fall in Latest NFL Power Rankings Post-NFL Draft

The Minnesota Vikings have moved forward with their preparations for minicamp as media outlets continue to decipher each NFL team’s 2025 NFL Draft. Minnesota started with just four picks but left the draft with five selections.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / May 1

The NFL’s FA Position with Several Options to Boost the Vikings

A lot of mocks went with a corner for the Vikings. A lot of mocks ended up being wrong. In fact, the GM left the 2025 NFL Draft without a single addition to the secondary.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / May 1

Can you guess this Vikings defensive tackle 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 Vikings fans! We’re back for another day of the Daily Norseman in-5 daily trivia game.

Brian Flores News / purplePTSD.com / May 1

Why Brian Flores is (Probably) Thrilled

Maybe not as relentlessly optimistic as Kevin O’Connell, but Brian Flores is fairly positive in his outlook. Or, at the very least, someone who stays pretty even-keeled while working through the difficulties of an NFL season.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / April 30

Vikings Miss Out on “The Mangler”

The Minnesota Vikings have acquired 20 undrafted rookies, including some promising players like pass rusher Tyler Batty, potential punt returner Silas Bolden, and offensive lineman Logan Brown.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / April 30

Vikings Add Another Speedy Wide Receiver

The Minnesota Vikings employ one of the most dynamic WR duos in the NFL, with Jordan Addison proving he can be a reliable sidekick. The main attraction, of course, remains Justin Jefferson, from a yardage standpoint, the most productive receiver ever through five seasons.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 30

Why Vikings players are 'all behind' McCarthy being QB1

Why Vikings players are 'all behind' J.J. McCarthy being QB1

While he hasn't been named the Minnesota Vikings starting quarterback yet, all signs indicate J.J. McCarthy will be 'the guy' in 2025.

McCarthy sends strong message about whether he's ready to start in 2025

Lucrative Andrew Van Ginkel extension could put this player on Vikings' back-burner

Could Vikings eventually give Kirk Cousins an escape from Falcons?

Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

The 'Quarterbacks sacked most times in an NFL Wild Card game' quiz

Andrew Van Ginkel News / Field Level Media / April 29

Reports: Vikings signing LB Andrew Van Ginkel to $23M extension

The Minnesota Vikings signed Pro Bowl linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel to a contract extension on Tuesday, with multiple reports saying it was a one-year, $23 million extension through the 2026 season.