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Jakobe Thomas's Uphill Battle to Vikings Playing Time Became Steeper After Week 7

It was extremely disappointing to see rookie defensive back Jakobe Thomas listed as one of the six players declared inactive for the Vikings' Week 7 victory over the Colts on Sunday.

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Vikings' first injury report of 2026 is short; Packers banged up on O-line

The Vikings are heading into the start of the 2026 regular season with a fairly clean bill of health, at least within their active roster. Their first injury report of the season, released on Wednesday, includes just three names.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 9

An Undrafted Rookie Just Became Essential to the Vikings' Complex Defense

Safety Jacob Thomas went from long shot to legitimate roster piece after the Minnesota Vikings signed him as an undrafted free agent out of James Madison in April 2026.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / September 5

Vikings, Safety Harrison Smith agree to one-year deal

Harrison Smith will indeed continue his career in 2026. A one-year Vikings agreement is in place, Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network report.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / September 1

Vikings Announce New Decision on Long-Time NFL Veteran

The Minnesota Vikings have brought safety Tavierre Thomas back into the fold, signing the veteran to the practice squad after he was released in final roster cuts.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 30

Jacob Thomas' Injury Shouldn't Stop Him From Making Vikings' 53-Man Roster

There was a scary moment early in the third and final preseason game for the Minnesota Vikings on Friday night. Against the Denver Broncos, undrafted free agent safety Jacob Thomas went down with what appeared to be a leg injury, and fans immediately expected the worst.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 29

Minnesota Vikings get great injury news after Friday’s preseason finale that could impact the 53-man roster

The best story on the Minnesota Vikings has been UDFA safety Jacob Thomas, but he suffered an injury against The Minnesota Vikings received a scare during Friday night’s preseason game against the Denver Broncos when undrafted free agent safety Jacob Thomas left with an ankle injury in the first quarter.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 28

NFC Notes: Justin Jefferson, Jordan van den Berg, Jacob Thomas, Bears, Vikings

Bears DC Dennis Allen said sixth-round DT Jordan van den Berg is quickly getting first-team reps after an impressive training camp showing. “When you start off with the threes and then all of a sudden you show up and you catch our attention, then we’ve got to find ways to get you some reps with the twos,” Allen said, via Bears Wire.