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NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 11

2025 All-NFC North Preseason Team: Byron Murphy Jr. narrowly misses top spot

The votes are in at cornerback for the 2025 All-NFC North Preseason Team, and it's a strong outlook for the Chicago Bears and a reason for the Green Bay Packers to be concerned.

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Minnesota Vikings urged to complete massive trade for Jets superstar

He remains one of the top defenders in football and is still just 24 years old.

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Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / March 12

Byron Murphy Jr. And the Inflated Contract

Carlton Davis, D.J. Reed, and Charvarius Ward quickly snatched big contracts elsewhere, leaving the Vikings in need of a real CB1 with only one option left.

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Washington Huskies on SI / March 11

Ex-UW Corner Byron Murphy Earns Hefty NFL Extension

Byron Murphy left his Arizona home to become a standout cornerback for the University of Washington. He had to do it all over again to fulfill his NFL potential -- and pad his bank account.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / March 10

Vikings to bring back CB Byron Murphy on massive new contract

The youngest of the high-end cornerbacks who entered free agency seeking a third contract, Byron Murphy has fared the best of the bunch so far. The Vikings are bringing Murphy back on a monster raise.

Report: Vikings reach two-year deal with CB Isaiah Rodgers

Vikings keep top RB off market with multiyear deal

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 11

Vikings Re-Signing CB Byron Murphy To Three-Year, $66 Million Deal

The Vikings are re-signing CB Byron Murphy to a three-year, $66 million contract according to Tom Pelissero. Murphy was poised to explore the open market this off-season and drew significant interest from the Giants, however the Vikings were able to come together on a deal with him to keep him home.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Last Word On Sports / March 10

6-INT Cornerback Signs Contract With Minnesota Vikings

Six-year veteran cornerback Byron Murphy signed a new contract with the Minnesota Vikings. Murphy, a former second-round pick, spent the 2024 season with the Minnesota Vikings but has also played for the Arizona Cardinals.

Las Vegas Raiders News / LAFB Network / March 10

Las Vegas Raiders Eyeing 3 Defensive Backs In Free Agency, Per Insider Report

The Las Vegas Raiders have already been very active heading into the NFL opening of free agency — answering several big questions. One remaining question is how the secondary will shape up ahead of the NFL draft.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 10

Re-signing CB Byron Murphy Jr. just got a lot more expensive for the Vikings after latest report

When it comes to free agency, the Minnesota Vikings need to address the cornerback position. Their top four cornerbacks are all set to be free agents with Byron Murphy Jr.

NFL News / New York Giants on SI / March 10

Would CB Byron Murphy Make Sense for Giants' Defense?

The NFL offseason is about to hit its apex as free agency looms, and the draft is right around the corner. The New York Giants are at the forefront as

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 9

Raiders reportedly eyeing this CB as top target in free agency

While the Raiders hope to re-sign their in-house defensive backs, it seems that the franchise also has this cornerback on its wish list.

Geno Smith is better off after trade from Seahawks

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Raiders still have big QB questions even after Geno Smith trade

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NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / March 9

Byron Murphy Destined to Be a Raider?

The Las Vegas Raiders will likely be in the market for a defensive back as they could let cornerback Nate Hobbs walk in free agency. One potential name on the market that the Raiders could look to acquire is that of Minnesota Vikings cornerback Byron Murphy.

NFL News / Steelers Now / March 7

Pro Bowl CB Set to Hit Free Agency, Fit for Steelers

Minnesota Vikings Pro Bowl cornerback Byron Murphy is slated to hit the open market and the Pittsburgh Steelers should be interested. The Pittsburgh Steelers will likely be active in free agency at cornerback and another talented player at the position is now slated to become a free agent.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / March 4

Byron Murphy hopes to capitalize on career-best season with huge contract

After the best season of his career, Byron Murphy is looking to cash in.

Insider reveals if Vikings are expected to franchise-tag Sam Darnold

Report names two likeliest landing spots for Vikings QB Sam Darnold

Justin Jefferson provides guarantee amid Vikings' uncertain QB situation

Cam Ward interviewed with surprising team at NFL Combine

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Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / February 18

Vikings push back Pro Bowl CB's contract void date

The Vikings have agreed with cornerback Byron Murphy to push back the void date on his contract.

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NFL News / Green Bay Packers on SI / February 6

Potential Packers in NFL Free Agency: Byron Murphy’s ‘The Closer’

In Week 4, the Minnesota Vikings beat the Green Bay Packers 31-29 at Lambeau Field. For the Packers, cornerback Jaire Alexander was inactive. For the Vikings, Byron Murphy intercepted a pass and forced and recovered a fumble in the final 4 1/2 minutes to seal the victory.

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The '2024-25 NFL interceptions leaders' quiz

How many of the 18 NFL players that intercepted at least four passes 2024-25 can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 7

'I'm Just Over Them': Byron Murphy Not Digging Lions Praise

The rivalries within the NFC North have been as heated as ever in the 2024 season. With three teams in playoff contention and a tightly contested divisional race, the matchups and conversations surrounding the Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings have reached a fever pitch.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 11, 2024

Seahawks Hosted Texas DT Byron Murphy For Top 30 Visit

According to Corbin K. Smith, the Seahawks hosted Texas DT Byron Murphy for an official top-30 visit. Murphy was one of the breakout players of the 2023

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 25, 2024

Vikings hosting a top defender in the NFL draft for a visit

All the buzz around the Minnesota Vikings has been about the QB position, but they are getting a closer look at one of the best defensive prospects in the 2024 NFL Draft class. With the news of DT Byron Murphy II out of Texas set to visit Minnesota ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. Murphy is expected to be the top DT taken in the upcoming draft.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 24, 2024