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NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 29
Dan Campbell Names J.J. McCarthy's Most Impressive Traits Ahead of Game vs. Vikings
Dan Campbell spoke on the Vikings' starter He praised key traits heading into Sunday The Lions have an statistical edge at the QB position The Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings went down to the wire last season in pursuit of the NFC North Division crown with the Lions getting the best of Minnesota on the final weekend of the season.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / October 28
Vikings’ QB search will not affect Max Brosmer’s status
With Daniel Jones and Sam Darnold faring well after relocating in free agency, the Vikings’ primary 2025 starter — Carson Wentz — is done for the season.
The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?
NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 28
Dan Campbell praises J.J. McCarthy ahead of Vikings vs. Lions matchup, and his words highlight how Minnesota can get the win
Sunday's game between the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions was looked at during the season to be one of the more marquee games of the season. They were both coming off of 14+ win seasons in 2024 with improvements at multiple positions on both rosters.
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.
J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 28
J.J. McCarthy returning to most complete Vikings lineup of the season?
Outside of starting center Ryan Kelly being on injured reserve, the bulk of Minnesota's initial starting offense will be on the field Sunday when the Vikings face the Lions in a pivotal NFC North clash.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28
Vikings Looking To Add Veteran Quarterback
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Vikings are looking to add a veteran quarterback to their room, as they are left with just QBs J.J. McCarthy and Max Brosmer .
NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 28
Vegas Expects Lions to Easily Beat Vikings in Week 9
The Detroit Lions enter Week 9 as clear betting favorites over the Minnesota Vikings, opening as 8.5-point favorites, according to DraftKings. Coming
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.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 28
The Kevin O’Connell Staring Contest is Just Getting Started 
Kevin O’Connell doesn’t get labelled as being stubborn very often. Since 2022, Coach O’Connell has proven that he can be. Minnesota’s offseason plan involved low-balling the in-house quarterback options — Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones — while rejecting all other suitors for the QB1 job.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / October 28
Vikings placing Carson Wentz on injured reserve opens a gaping hole on Minnesota's roster behind J.J. McCarthy with limited options to fill it
The Minnesota Vikings are expecting the return of J.J. McCarthy on Sunday afternoon against the Detroit Lions, and it's going to be incredibly welcomed by both the franchise and fanbase.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 28
Carson Wentz injury puts Vikings between rock and a hard place before trade deadline
While Carson Wentz's injury update could force the Vikings to peruse the quarterback trade market, they might want to think twice before making a deal.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 27
Vikings announce major injury news about Carson Wentz
The Minnesota Vikings on Monday announced major injury news regarding quarterback Carson Wentz.
Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / October 27
Vikings QB Carson Wentz to undergo season-ending surgery
Carson Wentz‘s debut campaign with the Minnesota Vikings has come to an end. The shoulder injury Minnesota’s fill-in quarterback has been dealing with will lead to surgery.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 27
If the Vikings become deadline sellers, who might they consider trading?
With nearly 60 percent of their schedule remaining, the 3-4 Minnesota Vikings aren't completely out of the running for a playoff spot. If they can start to stack some wins together, there's a path for Kevin O'Connell's team to get back into the mix.
NFL News / Side Lion Report / October 27
Lions just got excellent news about Vikings ahead of Week 9
The Detroit Lions earned a much-needed bye week in Week 8, while the rest of the NFC North continues to hammer away at their standing in the division. The Green Bay Packers won their highly anticipated bout against the Aaron Rodgers-led Pittsburgh Steelers, but the Chicago Bears lost their game against the Baltimore Ravens.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / October 26
There’s a New J.J. McCarthy Report
The Minnesota Vikings have recently looked like a program without direction, having accumulated a 3-4 record through the first eight weeks of the NFL season.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 26
NFC Notes: Cam Skattebo, J.J. McCarthy, Bears, Giants, Vikings
Jordan Schultz believes that the Week 8 matchup between the Bears and Ravens is pivotal for both franchises ahead of the deadline, and expects the winning team to be an aggressor.
Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / October 26
Vikings’ JJ McCarthy Injury Update Emerges on Sunday
The Minnesota Vikings’ struggles continued in Week 8, dropping to 3-4 after a 37-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night. The offense looked out of rhythm under backup quarterback Carson Wentz, who completed 15 of 27 passes for 144 yards, a touchdown, and an interception while facing heavy pressure throughout the game.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 24
'Weight of the world on him': Analyst's take on J.J. McCarthy is right on the money
McCarthy started the first two games this season, going 1-1 before missing the last five games with a right ankle injury
Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / October 24
Vikings plan to turn to J.J. McCarthy in Week 9
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell took most of the blame for Minnesota's 27-point loss to the Chargers on Thursday and expects to hand the ball back to quarterback J.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 24
Kevin O’Connell confirms J.J. McCarthy plan after Vikings' blowout loss to Chargers
Shortly after the Vikings fell to 3-4 on the season, O’Connell spoke with reporters and sounded like a head coach who was eager to turn back to Week 1 QB1 McCarthy.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / October 24
Vikings' quarterback gamble is looking like a major flop
They have to be having some major regrets this season given those developments, and especially after watching Thursday's dreadful performance in a 37-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.
Minnesota Vikings News / Viral Sports News / October 22
Vikings’ JJ McCarthy Plan Doesn’t Sit Well With Doctor
In a Week 7 Thursday night clash against the Los Angeles Chargers, the Minnesota Vikings will again be without quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who remains sidelined for his fifth straight game due to a high-ankle sprain sustained in Week 2.
Minnesota Vikings News / The Spun / October 22
Former NFL Doctor Calls Out Vikings For J.J. McCarthy Decision
NFL fans have been left scratching their heads over the J.J. McCarthy situation with the Minnesota Vikings. The team is 3-3 overall and getting decent production from backup Carson Wentz since McCarthy suffered his Week 2 injury.
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