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J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 7

J.J. McCarthy and 14 other players to watch in Vikings' preseason opener

At long last, football returns to U.S. Bank Stadium this weekend. Not regular season football just yet, but football nonetheless. The Vikings are all set to kick off their three-game preseason slate against the Texans at 3:00 p.m.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 7

Minnesota assistant coach Matt Daniels highlights the main reason why Vikings fans should be excited about top NFL Draft pick

When the Minnesota Vikings selected wide receiver Tai Felton in the third round of the NFL Draft, it raised some eyebrows. Wide receiver wasn't the biggest need for the Vikings, especially with cornerback being in the state it currently is.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 7

Vikings training camp recap, Day 12: One more before preseason begins

Thursday's training camp practice at TCO Performance Center was a shorter, less eventful one than usual. The Vikings weren't in full pads, and they took it somewhat easy ahead of Saturday's preseason opener at U.S.

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25 NFL players who are playing for their next contract in 2025

Each season is pivotal for NFL players as they look toward their next contract. These 25 players stand out heading into 2025, as they look to make even more money down the road.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Vikings Set to Honor DE Legend Jim Marshall With Wholesome Gesture in 2025

Legendary defensive end Jim Marshall spearheaded the Minnesota Vikings' Purple People Eaters defense. He joined the team in their first NFL season and retired a Viking in 1979.

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Vikings to honor Jim Marshall with No. 70 helmet patch during 2025 season

The Vikings will honor legendary defensive lineman Jim Marshall by sporting a No. 70 patch with his signature on their helmets throughout the 2025 NFL season.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 7

Minnesota Vikings preseason debut highlighted by intriguing depth players ready to make a major impact

The Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Houston Texans this Saturday afternoon in the first preseason game of the season. It will be a really interesting game for a multitude of reasons, but the biggest being seeing how the depth shakes out.

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5 risers and 5 fallers through two weeks of Vikings training camp

Two weeks into Vikings training camp, the sample size is large enough to have some opinions formed based on what I've seen at practice on a near-daily basis.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 7

Kyle Sloter claims Vikings told 'lies' to hurt his NFL chances

Kyle Sloter is no stranger to making big claims about his stint as a backup quarterback with the Minnesota Vikings. in the past, he's alleged that former Vikings general manager Rick Spielman and former head coach Mike Zimmer hated each other.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / August 7

Buried Vikings Defender Is Gaining Steam

The Minnesota Vikings have had some camp standouts. In the secondary, the two cornerbacks, Jeff Okudah and Isaiah Rodgers, have managed to overcome some of the concerns at that spot, and offensively, Lucky Jackson has played himself into the spotlight with a chance to make the 53-man roster.

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Who is the longest-tenured QB for every NFL franchise?

Some NFL teams have seen quarterbacks suit up well past the 10-year mark, with the Patriots enjoying a 20-year relationship with their top passer. Here is the longest-tenured QB in every franchise's history.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 7

'We've been aware that this was a possibility' — Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell's firm statement brings confidence after tough news

Tuesday afternoon was a tough one for the Minnesota Vikings, as they learned that wide receiver Jordan Addison would be suspended three games for being arrested and initially charged with Driving Under the Influence in July of 2024.

Justin Jefferson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 7

Vikings’ Justin Jefferson gets cryptic injury update for Patriots joint practice

With Jordan Addison suspended for the first three games of the 2025 NFL season, the Minnesota Vikings are relying heavily on Justin Jefferson to anchor their receiving corps.

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J.J. McCarthy News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 7

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy’s ‘weapon’ that he wants to keep ‘on the low’

J.J. McCarthy’s rookie season ended before it could even get started when he suffered a devastating knee injury on a run in the 2024 NFL preseason. Despite that, the Minnesota Vikings quarterback does not let his injury history make him hesitate for a second before scrambling.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / August 7

Vikings QB Earns an Enthusiastic Endorsement in Effort to Lock-In 53-Man Roster Spot

After J.J. McCarthy, things look pretty wide open at the game’s most important position. There’s even some speculation about bringing in another passer from outside of the organization.

Kevin O'Connell News / Pro Football Talk / August 7

Kevin O'Connell: Foundation is set, next step is Vikings becoming championship-worthy

Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell says last year's 14-3 season was a big step toward getting the franchise where it wants to go. Now it's time to take the next step.

Rondale Moore News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 6

Vikings training camp recap, Day 11: Rondale Moore among standouts

Coming off of Monday's night practice and an off day, the Vikings were back to their regularly-scheduled programming on Wednesday afternoon at TCO Performance Center.

Jordan Addison News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 6

Kevin O'Connell reacts to Jordan Addison's three-game suspension

It was no surprise Tuesday when the news came down that the NFL was suspending Jordan Addison for three games for violating the league's Substances of Abuse Policy.

J.J. McCarthy News / A to Z Sports / August 6

Vikings Training Camp Notes: J.J. McCarthy is solid, UDFA gets first team reps, and day 3 NFL Draft pick makes a bold statement

The Minnesota Vikings are three days away from their first preseason game against the Houston Texans. It’s going to be an interesting game for many reasons, but arguably the biggest one being that J.J.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 6

Vikings land top CBS crew for Week 3 showdown with Bengals

The Vikings' Week 3 matchup against the Bengals is already hyped thanks to the wide receiver head-to-head between Justin Jefferson and Ja'Marr Chase. Now, the game's broadcaster, CBS, is adding to the big-match feel by assigning their top crew to the game.

Justin Jefferson News / Bring Me The News / August 5

Vikings' Justin Jefferson puts Inver Grove Heights townhome on market

The Inver Grove Heights townhome belonging to Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson hit the market Tuesday for $439,000. The end-unit

Minnesota Vikings News / The Spun / August 5

NFL Suspends Minnesota Vikings Wide Receiver For 3 Games

The Minnesota Vikings will begin the 2025 season without one of their top playmakers. No, not that one. As confirmed by the Vikings, the NFL suspended Addison for the first three games of the regular season for violating the league's substance abuse policy.

Jordan Addison News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5