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On YouTubeKOC all but confirms 'bigger, stronger' J.J. McCarthy as Vikings' QB1
Even though it's rather obvious that J.J. McCarthy is heading into this season as the Vikings' starting quarterback, Kevin O'Connell has avoided directly saying as much in recent media appearances.
The 'Super Bowl MVPs' quiz
The Super Bowl MVP Award has been given out 58 times over 57 Super Bowls (Super Bowl XII had co-MVPs). How many can you name in six minutes?
J.J. McCarthy News / A to Z Sports / May 7
Vikings lost a prime backup quarterback option thanks to their conviction about J.J. McCarthy
One of the biggest stories throughout the offseason for the Minnesota Vikings was what they were going to do at the quarterback position. They have J.J.
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.
Daniel Jones News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / May 7
Report: Vikings pulled their offer to quarterback Daniel Jones
After it became clear the Minnesota Vikings weren't going to retain quarterback Sam Darnold, their hope was to re-sign Daniel Jones, who joined their practice squad during the 2024 season following his release from the New York Giants.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / May 7
Potential West Coast Reunion Could Spoil Vikings Backup Plan
The Minnesota Vikings have been questioned for not selecting a cornerback in the 2025 NFL Draft despite the team addressing the position in the offseason.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 7
High upside UDFA and hyper athletic defender highlight Vikings players to watch at rookie minicamp
After the NFL Draft commences, it feels like the culmination of the first part of the offseason. The 90-man rosters are mostly set in stone and now it's time to see what they can be going into a crucial 2025 season.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 7
Vikings have plenty of reasons for optimism, including a major one nobody is talking about
The Minnesota Vikings are going to be a fascinating team to watch, with the majority of the attention going to first-time starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy.
The way-too-early 2026 NFL mock draft
With the 2025 NFL Draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2026. Here's a look at our first 2026 mock draft as of April 29, 2025.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / May 7
Jalen Nailor Trade Rumors Are Among Us 
Whilst there has been reckless speculation amongst the Vikings fandom about the availability for other teams to come calling about WR Jordan Addison because of his consecutive offseasons of off-field issues, there are now new rumors surrounding another WR in the room, Jalen Nailor.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 7
Vikings are among most anticipated week 1 teams to watch and it's easy to see why
The National Football League is set to release the schedule on Wednesday, May 14th and that brings to the forefront a lot of exciting things about the 2025 season.
Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / May 7
Vikes Views: Best WR Duo in the NFL
The Minnesota Vikings fanbase has been spoiled with high level WR play throughout the team’s history. The current WR is no exception to that norm. Justin Jefferson is nearly unanimously in the Top 2 WRs (Jefferson, Chase) and for my money the best WR in the league.
Shaquill Griffin News / Pro Football Rumors / May 7
Seahawks, CB Shaquill Griffin discussing reunion
Shaquill Griffin worked out for the Seahawks in April. After the team’s 11-man draft haul did not include a cornerback, a reunion remains in play. A former Seahawks third-round pick, Griffin was among the Pete Carroll-era cornerbacks the team let walk in free agency.
Shaquill Griffin News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 7
Seahawks In Contract Discussions With CB Shaquill Griffin
According to Jeremy Fowler, the Seahawks are in discussions with free agent CB Shaquill Griffin on a possible contract. The veteran got his start in Seattle
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / May 7
NFL Thinks 1 Vikings Game Should Be Circled
The Minnesota Vikings have one of the toughest schedules in the upcoming season, primarily because they face the NFC West and the AFC North in 2025, two of the stronger divisions.
Will Fries News / purplePTSD.com / May 7
New Viking Gets Tasked with Bringing the “Nasty”
The point, folks, is not to become a dirty team, a squad that breaks the rules without any regard for the other team’s well being. Rather, the point is to improve the team’s ruggedness, physicality, and intimidation (all within the rules, of course).
Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / May 7
Maulers and Stalwarts
The offensive line was greatly improved in the offseason, but I think another unit has a possibility of being the best in the league. If you ask Vikings fans about which line improved the most in the 2025 offseason, the majority (of Daily Norseman readers at least) will say it was the offensive side of the ball.
Minnesota Vikings News / The SportsRush / May 7
Oscar Piastri Thinks Justin Jefferson Was Being 'Too Nice' With His Griddy Feedback
Oscar Piastri’s Miami GP outing turned out to be exactly what he had hoped for — a dominant win that extended his lead at the top of the championship standings to 16 points ahead of McLaren teammate Lando Norris.
Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / May 7
Can you guess this Vikings running back 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 7
Vikings' secret weapon gets more praise from star Pro Bowler and it's well deserved
During the tenure of both head coach Kevin O'Connell and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, they have developed a major advantage over the rest of the National Football League. That advantage has been with their medical staff.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / May 6
Vikings Employ an Unsurprising Breakout Candidate
Every offseason, folks try to determine the next generation of superstars. Identifying players who could make the next step is a fun exercise between the draft and the regular season.
Colin Cowherd News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / May 6
Cowherd says Vikings 'may regret' letting Darnold go, doubles down on last-place prediction
Fox Sports host Colin Cowherd previously said the Minnesota Vikings have the "worst roster" in the NFC North and predicted they would finish last in the division, and his feelings haven't changed coming out of the 2025 NFL draft.
Minnesota Vikings News / Gridiron Heroics / May 6
Minnesota Vikings’ 3-Sack Edge Rusher Named Breakout Star to Watch by NFL Exec
The Minnesota Vikings’ defense made major strides in 2024, under coordinator Brian Flores, and one of the franchise’s young edge rushers could be primed to make a major leap in 2025.
Minnesota Vikings News / The SportsRush / May 5
Justin Jefferson Promises to ‘Work On’ Oscar Piastri’s Griddy Walk After McLaren Driver Left Unimpressed
Coming into the Miami GP on a hot streak, Oscar Piastri was the talk of the town in yesterday’s race. Leading the championship standings ahead of his teammate Lando Norris and reigning champion Max Verstappen, many expected him to extend the gap at the top with another win.
Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / May 4
Watch: Oscar Piastri does Justin Jefferson’s TD dance after winning Miami Grand Prix
Oscar Piastri captured his third consecutive victory by winning the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday, and there was one moment during the ensuing celebration that looked quite familiar to NFL fans.
Kirk Cousins News / The Spun / May 4
The Vikings Have Made Decision On Kirk Cousins' No. 8
A reunion between the Minnesota Vikings and Kirk Cousins feels even less likely than before. Speculation has simmered over whether the Vikings could attempt to re-acquire their longtime starting quarterback if the Atlanta Falcons shop him.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 29
Lucrative Andrew Van Ginkel extension could put this player on Vikings' back-burner
The Vikings locked linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel in for the next two seasons on Tuesday by agreeing with the six-year veteran on a one-year extension.
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