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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 23
3 Vikings Lineup Decisions I'd Make If I Were Kevin O'Connell in Week 3
The Minnesota Vikings are winning ugly, but at 2-0, they stand alone at the top of the NFC North. Through injuries and more, head coach Kevin O'Connell has kept the ship steady, and he'll get his starting quarterback Kyler Murray back in Week 3.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 22
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell explains what Kyler Murray must do after Carson Wentz's impressive start
Carson Wentz has helped the Minnesota Vikings open the season 2-0, and Kevin O'Connell hopes Kyler Murray was paying attention.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
Vikings seem prepared to make Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Buccaneers game
During a Monday afternoon appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," NFL insider Adam Schefter of ESPN shared an update on the Vikings' quarterback situation.
The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz
How many of the active NFL players with at least 400 catches in their career can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Vikings announce Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Bears game
On Friday, the Vikings confirmed what had become expected news.
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 / Yardbarker / September 18
Kyler Murray injury update could leave Vikings' Kevin O'Connell with massive Carson Wentz decision
As recently as Thursday, it was assumed that Minnesota's Kyler Murray wouldn't clear the concussion protocol in time to play in this coming Sunday's game at Chicago. However, it now appears that may not be the case.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell speaks on Kyler Murray's status after QB suffers concussion in Week 1 against Packers
A Monday report shared the Minnesota Vikings received a "good sign" on Murray. O'Connell subsequently provided more reason for optimism.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 1
Vikings may have made major J.J. McCarthy call after Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decisions
The Minnesota Vikings surprised some members of the NFL community when they ended roster cutdown day with starter Kyler Murray, veteran Carson Wentz, 2024 first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy and 25-year-old Max Brosmer still in their quarterback room and on their active squad.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 28
Vikings reporter shares more bad news for J.J. McCarthy amid roster-cut rumors
It remains to be seen how much interest McCarthy has attracted from other clubs and whether Kevin O'Connell is ready to discard the young prospect who thus far has made just 10 career regular-season starts.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26
Kevin O’Connell could be coaching for his job as Vikings fall behind NFC North rivals
Kevin O’Connell has won plenty of games in Minnesota. But if the Vikings miss the playoffs again while finishing behind the rest of the NFC North, O’Connell’s seat should become uncomfortable.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 25
Is Vikings' Kyler Murray offense better for Carson Wentz than J.J. McCarthy?
Could McCarthy get relegated further down the depth chart?
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 23
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell weighs in after J.J. McCarthy's rough preseason showing
The NFL can be unforgiving, especially for quarterbacks trying to get their footing. Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy is learning the hard way that the NFL is no cakewalk.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 20
Kevin O'Connell discusses Kyler Murray concern after J.J. McCarthy decision
Murray is trying to resurrect his career with the Vikings.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 17
NFL insider shares warning for Vikings' Kevin O'Connell after Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy decision
O'Connell made his biggest football-related decision of the summer when he named free-agent signing Murray the team's Week 1 starting quarterback.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 17
Three NFL teams that received a brutal preseason reality check
The preseason is supposed to create optimism, but these three NFL teams walked away from their opening games with more questions than answers.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 15
NFL players' push for grass should grow stronger after Jamal Adams MetLife Stadium injury
NFL players have been making a strong push for the league's 32 stadiums to all move to natural grass, and that push should only get louder and stronger following the preseason injury to Jamal Adams on Saturday.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13
Comeback Player of the Year: Five players who should actually win the award
The NFL's Comeback Player of the Year award should be about more than simply having a better season than the one before.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13
Why you should be a believer in Kyler Murray and Minnesota
The Minnesota Vikings are entering 2026 with plenty of questions; however, there is one reason to believe this team could make a significant jump: Kyler Murray finally has the environment he needs to succeed.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 13
Report reveals alleged issues between Vikings' J.J. McCarthy, Kevin O'Connell after Kyler Murray decision
O'Connell confirmed this week that Murray will be the team's Week 1 starter.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 11
Pressure is on Kyler Murray to 'save a lot of jobs' after being named QB1 over J.J. McCarthy
The real work now begins for Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 12
Kevin O'Connell addresses future of J.J. McCarthy after Kyler Murray decision
O'Connell addressed McCarthy's status with the team after confirming Murray would be the team's starter.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 10
Vikings' Kevin O’Connell, GM give updates on Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy competition
Where do things stand in the Vikings' quarterback competition?
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 7
Vikings reporter explains why this QB is 'heavy favorite' to win Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy competition
Free-agency signing Kyler Murray has remained "the overwhelming favorite" to win the competition for the Minnesota Vikings' starting quarterback job over 2024 first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / July 7
Kevin O'Connell's comments on Kyler Murray might hint at Vikings' QB race winner
Judging by O'Connell's comments on Murray, it seems that he thinks the Vikings can do something similar to what they accomplished with Sam Darnold.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / June 12
Analyst lays out scenario where Vikings trade WR Justin Jefferson
One NFL analyst thinks the Vikings should part ways with one of their best offensive targets.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / June 5
Vikings' Kevin O’Connell responds to controversial J.J. McCarthy comments about Kyler Murray
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy recently generated headlines when he discussed sharing a quarterback room with Kyler Murray.
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