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On YouTubeJustin Jefferson News / Total Apex Sports / September 2
Minnesota Vikings Wide Receiver Justin Jefferson’s Status Uncertain For Week 1
Look, we’ve all been there. You pull something during your weekend warrior basketball game, convince yourself it’s nothing, and three weeks later, you’re still walking like you just got off a horse.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 2
Former Vikings Draft Bust Has Clinched a Starting Job 
The Minnesota Vikings entered the 2025 offseason with a plan to revamp the offensive line. Head coach Kevin O’Connell said after the last game of the season, a playoff defeat, “There’s no question we’ve got to find a way to be able to give a quarterback, especially with players like Justin (Jefferson), Jordan (Addison), T.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 2
Minnesota Vikings Week 1 depth chart has few surprises with the biggest on special teams
Ahead of their week one matchup on Monday night against the Chicago Bears, the Minnesota Vikings have released their first depth chart. There aren't a lot of major surprises going into the season, which is a good thing.
The 'NFL sack leaders since 2021' quiz
How many of the 24 NFL players to record at least 30 sacks since the 2021 season can you name in five minutes?
J.J. McCarthy News / purplePTSD.com / September 2
The Numbers Bode Well for J.J. McCarthy
Last June (before I started writing for PurplePTSD), I ran an analysis to try to quantify the effects of “situation” on the performance of young QBs. The
Which NFL teams have the longest Super Bowl droughts?
No sporting event can match the Super Bowl. It’s the biggest annual event in sports, and frankly, in culture. Television ratings don’t lie on that front.
Jordan Mason News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 2
5 bold predictions for the 2025 Minnesota Vikings: McCarthy, Mason, more
With the Vikings' highly-anticipated 2025 season less than a week from getting underway, it's time to put some bold predictions out there. These are things that are inherently unlikely to happen, which is why they're "bold." I absolutely think they're all within the realm of possibility, but they could also all age quite poorly.
Kevin O'Connell News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 2
Vikings' Kevin O'Connell reacts to questions over Soldier Field turf
Kevin O'Connell isn't too worried about the grass at Soldier Field being in tip-top shape for Monday night's season opener between the Vikings and Bears, but he is aware of Chicago's sloppy history and how field conditions have played a role in Minnesota games in the past.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 2
NFL power rankings roundup: Vikings outside top 10 ahead of Week 1
The Vikings are now less than a week from kicking off their 2025 season in Chicago on Monday Night Football. As the NFL season returns this weekend, so too do weekly power rankings from across the league's media landscape.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 2
Ex-Vikings Draftee Earns a Workout
The work of a GM never ends. Recently, Houston’s front office decided to do some extra work to learn about some of the NFL’s available talents. Doing so involved conducting a workout for a trio of players, one of whom is an ex-Vikings draftee.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 2
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell is among the league's best play callers with one element separating him from the pack
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell is among the league's best play callers, ranking fifth among defensive coordinators in a piece from Ted Nguyen of The Athletic.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 2
Fresh Vikings injury and health updates on Harrison Smith, Andrew Van Ginkel
After word broke last week that veteran safety Harrison Smith, who hasn't practice since Aug. 11, is dealing with a "personal health issue" and will be evaluated weekly, it appears that his status for Monday night's season opener between the Vikings and Bears is still up in the air.
25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about
As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under
Justin Jefferson News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 2
Is Justin Jefferson's hamstring injury going to require long-term maintenance?
Justin Jefferson is expected to be full go for the season opener Monday night in Chicago, but the hamstring strain he suffered during the second practice of training camp is an injury that insider Ben Goessling thinks the Minnesota Vikings will be monitoring closely throughout the season.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 2
Vikings reveal unofficial depth chart for Week 1 game against Bears
The Vikings have revealed their first unofficial depth chart of the regular season ahead of Monday night's opener in Chicago against the Bears. Let's take a look at what stands out.
Adam Thielen News / A to Z Sports / September 2
Minnesota Vikings announce jersey number changes, including making Adam Thielen's official after the trade
The Minnesota Vikings have announced eight number changes ahead of the start of the 2025 season, including wide receiver Adam Thielen, who was acquired via trade last week.
Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 2
Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell uses Michael Phelps analogy about teams failing young QBs
The Minnesota Vikings have a young quarterback trying to find his NFL way as they open against a rival. However, O’Connell used a Michael Phelps analogy to describe how teams have failed their young quarterbacks.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 2
Vikings announce jersey number changes for several players
NFL rosters going from 90 players down to 53 allows for some shuffling of jersey numbers among those who made the cut, given that certain numbers that were previously taken inevitably become available.
Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 2
Minnesota Vikings 2025 Defense Bold Predictions: Pass rush takes massive step forward, while one position group won't be an issue if they stay healthy
The Minnesota Vikings have their season debut on Monday Night Football against the Chicago Bears. When it comes to the defense, there are quite a few things that stood out about Brian Flores' unit last year.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 2
Vikings vs. Bears bold predictions for Week 1 of 2025 NFL season
The Minnesota Vikings and the Chicago Bears meet in the opening Monday Night Football game of the season and both teams have undergone major changes since the end of last season.
Jalen Nailor News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31
Vikings Optimistic WR Jalen Nailor Can Play Week 1
Jeremy Fowler reports that the Vikings are optimistic that WR Jalen Nailor will be available for Week 1 of the upcoming season, despite dealing with a hand injury.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 31
Panthers re-sign Pro Bowl WR after Adam Thielen trade
The Panthers are returning a key wide receiver to their roster after trading Adam Thielen to the Vikings on Wednesday.
Adam Thielen News / Yardbarker / August 30
Vikings veteran WR takes pay cut before regular season
The Minnesota Vikings immediately asked for a hometown discount from a veteran wide receiver before the start of the regular season.
Jordan Addison News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / August 30
Jordan Addison 2025 Redraft Outlook: Boom-or-Bust WR in Crowded Vikings Offense
Look, I get it. You’re scrolling through your fantasy rankings, staring at Jordan Addison’s name, and wondering if this kid is going to be your league winner or the reason you’re buying drinks for everyone come December.
Harrison Smith News / Pro Football Rumors / August 29
Vikings S Harrison Smith uncertain for Week 1 due to illness
By far the longest-tenured player on the Vikings’ roster, Harrison Smith is entering his 14th season with the team, but he may not be ready for Week 1.
The '2024 NFL receiving leaders' quiz
How many of the 24 receivers to eclipse 1,000 yards in the 2024-25 NFL season can you name in five minutes.
Nick Vannett News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 27
Vikings officially sign 16 players to practice squad
The Minnesota Vikings announced Wednesday that they’ve officially signed 16 players to their practice squad following roster cuts.
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