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.
The Vikings have a real problem at safety. Veterans Harrison Smith and Josh Metellus are ranked among the ten worst safeties in the NFL this season, ranking dead last and sixth-worst, respectively, on Pro Football Focus.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Minnesota Vikings have an interesting decision on their hands at safety, and Jacob Thomas is making it easier. Right now, the Minnesota Vikings have a lot of interesting decisions on their hands when it comes to crafting the 53-man roster.
In April, the Vikings used a late third-round pick on Jakobe Thomas, a do-it-all safety who spent his final college season as a key piece of a Miami Hurricanes team that made it to the national championship game.
The Vikings’ safety position has been in total flux as they wait for the decision of Harrison Smith on whether he will come back to the team or retire.
The Vikings signing Brian O'Neill to a four-year, $96 million contract extension made a lot of sense. He's been a model of consistency throughout his eight-year career, as well as a beloved teammate and locker room leader.