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J.J. McCarthy Gets Blunt Review From Vikings Star Amid Offseason

The J.J. McCarthy era is beginning for the Minnesota Vikings. After Sam Darnold had a strong Pro Bowl season for them last year, he moved on to join the Seattle Seahawks in free agency, opening the door for McCarthy to take the keys to the engine.

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Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah sets record straight on what J.J. McCarthy's rookie year would have been if he didn't get injured

Last offseason, training camp was a spectacle despite the Minnesota Vikings trying to downplay a quarterback competition that everyone wanted to see throughout the course of training camp.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / June 5

Latest NFL injury news has severe implication on Minnesota Vikings in more ways than one

We are firmly in the meat and potatoes of the offseason with teams entrenched in OTAs. The Minnesota Vikings have been navigating OTAs very well, with starting quarterback J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / June 5

Aaron Rodgers Signs With a Team That is Not the Minnesota Vikings

Thank goodness for that Since there’s really nothing else of note happening today (as long as you’re not actively looking at social media), we can bring you the report of how our short, regionally-specific nightmare has officially come to an end.

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Go big or go home: Why the Vikings should trade for Jalen Ramsey

If J.J. McCarthy is the guy the Vikings believe him to be, a three-year Super Bowl window is about to open up in Minnesota. They've spent this entire offseason constructing an incredible roster around their young, rookie-contract quarterback.

Aaron Rodgers News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 5

Vikings showdown vs. Aaron Rodgers, Steelers set for Dublin in Week 4

The saga is over: Aaron Rodgers is finally signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He's informed the team he'll fly to Pittsburgh this weekend, sign a one-year contract, and participate in next week's minicamp, per reports.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / June 5

Vikings Links: The Vikings Have A Top 10 Roster

Do they have a top 10 roster? Another day of Organized Team Activities is going on today. Next week they begin the Mandatory Minicamp. There is a lot to be excited about this season.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / June 5

Minnesota Vikings Super Bowl potential hinges on multiple players breaking out in a big way led by a former first-round pick

The Minnesota Vikings have one of the strongest rosters in the National Football League. That notwithstanding, there are still a lot of question marks about multiple players on the roster.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Talk / June 5

Harrison Phillips: J.J. McCarthy reminds me of Josh Allen understanding power he has to lead

Defensive tackle Harrison Phillips had a front-row seat for quarterback Josh Allen's first few years in the league, as the two were in the same 2018 Bills draft class.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 5

Key Vikings defender 'holding in' as he awaits contract extension?

Vikings do-it-all safety Josh Metellus, one of the key pieces in Brian Flores' defense over the past two seasons, has been a limited participant in recent OTA practices despite there being no indications he's dealing with any sort of injury.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / June 5

Breakout Players and a Vikings Legend

The Real Forno Show dives into the Minnesota Vikings’ 2025 breakout players and honors legend Jim Marshall. Discover the next Vikings stars who could lead the team to glory!

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / June 5

Can you guess this Vikings d-lineman in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out which Vikings player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! Hey Minnesota Vikings fans!

Stephon Gilmore News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 5

Top Free Agent Landing Spots For CB Stephon Gilmore

Stephon Gilmore has been one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL for a long time. After five quality years to start his career in Buffalo, Gilmore broke out with the Patriots.

Sam Howell News / Athlon Sports / June 5

NFL Insider Suggests Vikings Trade Sam Howell for $27.5 Million QB

The Minnesota Vikings have one of the youngest and least experienced QB rooms in the NFL heading into what could be a Super Bowl season if the franchise

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J.J. McCarthy News / Gridiron Heroics / June 4

'This Will Essentially Be His Rookie Season': J.J. McCarthy Hype Gets Doubted As Vikings Expected To Drop After Losing Sam Darnold

J.J. McCarthy, quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, may not be the best option for the Minnesota Vikings according to NFL analyst Ross Tucker. In a recent appearance on the SKOR North – Minnesota Sports Show on Monday, Tucker seemed to say that the Vikings were essentially making a big mistake in making McCarthy their primary quarterback.

J.J. McCarthy News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 3

'Team of destiny': FS1 host is all in on J.J. McCarthy, Vikings

Are the 2025 Minnesota Vikings a team of destiny? At least one FOX Sports host thinks so. Jason McIntyre, who was filling in for Colin Cowherd on FS1's The Herd on Tuesday, had high praise for J.J.

Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / June 4

Vikings legend Jim Marshall dies at age 87

Minnesota Vikings legend Jim Marshall died on Tuesday following a lengthy hospitalization, the team announced. He was 87 years old. Marshall spent the bulk of his 20-year NFL career as a defensive end with Minnesota.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Spun / June 3

Minnesota Vikings release statement on death of Jim Marshall

The NFL community lost a Super Bowl champion and two-time Pro Bowl defensive end this Tuesday. Former Minnesota Vikings star Jim Marshall has passed away at the age of 87.

Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / June 3

Vikings great Jim Marshall dies at 87

Minnesota Vikings great Jim Marshall, an ironman who started 270 consecutive games and played 20 seasons, died Tuesday. He was 87. A defensive lineman on the legendary "Purple People Eaters" front four, Marshall holds the NFL record for most seasons played by a defender.

Minnesota Vikings News / Total Apex Sports / June 3

Vikings Legend Jim Marshall, Ironman of Purple People Eaters, Dies at 87

The Minnesota Vikings have lost a cornerstone of their storied history. Jim Marshall, a founding figure in the franchise and a defensive icon, passed away Tuesday at the age of 87.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / June 3

Vikings legend Jim Marshall dies at 87

Jim Marshall, whose ironman streak remains the standard for NFL defenders, has died. He was 87. The Vikings announced the longtime defensive end’s passing. Marshall had been hospitalized for a lengthy period, according to the team.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / June 4