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Vikings | Dallas Turner records pair of sacks in Week 18 Sun Jan 4, 07:04 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Dallas Turner finished with six total stops, including four of the solo variety, while adding two sacks, two tackles for loss and two quarterback hits in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers.
Link to story Vikings | Jordan Addison ends with just one catch Sun Jan 4, 07:00 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison posted a single 8-yard catch on three targets in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers.
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Vikings | Ben Sims, Ben Yurosek record catches Sun Jan 4, 06:58 PM
Minnesota Vikings TEs Ben Sims and Ben Yurosek each had a single catch in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers. Sims had a lone 18-yard catch on four targets, while Yurosek converted his only target for a 9-yard snag.
Link to story Vikings | Touchdown for C.J. Ham in Week 18 Sun Jan 4, 06:57 PM
Minnesota Vikings FB C.J. Ham rushed once for a 1-yard touchdown in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers, while adding a 6-yard reception on his only target.
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Vikings | Josh Oliver finishes with pair of catches Sun Jan 4, 06:44 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE Josh Oliver had two receptions for 29 yards on two targets in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers.
| Footballguys view: Oliver left in the third quarter with an ankle injury. He did not return. Oliver got the start in this one with TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder) ruled out. Oliver finished the 2025 campaign with 15 catches, 160 yards and four touchdowns, doing it on 19 targets in 15 regular-season games. He's under contract with the Vikings in 2026. |
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Vikings | Jalen Nailor posts 49 yards in finale Sun Jan 4, 06:40 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor posted three receptions for 49 yards on three targets in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers. He ended the season with career bests of 29 receptions and 444 yards, while adding four touchdowns.
Link to story Vikings | Justin Jefferson hits triple digits in Week 18 Sun Jan 4, 06:35 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson ended up with eight receptions for 101 yards on 11 targets in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers, while running once for three yards. He ended up going over 1,000 yards on the season, 1,048 to be exact, with the solid finish.
| Footballguys view: This has to be the most disappointing 1000 yard season in fantasy football history. Jefferson's production was so inconsistent and unexciting with JJ McCarthy that he was on the bench in the fantasy playoffs, and he didn't make people regret doing it. He should fall to the second round in next season's drafts, which could be an overreaction, but if the Vikings don't upgrade their quarterback situation, it will probably be a vast underreaction to the developments with Jefferson's weekly value this season. |
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Vikings | Zavier Scott good for four touches Sun Jan 4, 06:32 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Zavier Scott rushed three times for nine yards in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers, while adding an 8-yard catch on his lone target.
Link to story Vikings | Ty Chandler totals 13 touches in finale Sun Jan 4, 06:29 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Ty Chandler rushed 10 times for just 23 yards in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers, while adding three receptions for 11 yards on four targets.
Link to story Vikings | Jordan Mason flirts with triple digits Sun Jan 4, 06:18 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Jordan Mason rushed 14 times for 94 yards in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers, while he was not targeted in the passing game.
| Footballguys view: The Vikings have both Mason and Aaron Jones under contract next season. Mason ($4.7M) is more reasonably priced than Jones ($9M), but Jones is more versatile and experienced. Minnesota is definitely a candidate to draft a running back of the future in April. |
Vikings | Max Brosmer finishes up in Week 18 Sun Jan 4, 06:13 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Max Brosmer completed 7-of-8 passes for 57 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in relief of the injured QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) in Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers.
Link to story Vikings | Sione Takitaki injures hamstring in finale Sun Jan 4, 06:07 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Sione Takitaki (hamstring) left the Week 18 game against the Green Bay Packers due to a hamstring injury, and he did not return. Takitaki has plenty of time to recover with the Vikings not in the playoffs.
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Vikings | J.J. McCarthy out yet again in Week 18 Sun Jan 4, 03:17 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) checked out of the Week 18 game in the second half after apparently aggravating his right hand injury. McCarthy was 14-of-23 for 182 yards, no touchdowns and no interceptions with two runs for seven yards before departing. QB Max Brosmer entered the game for McCarthy.
| Footballguys view: This season did not go as planned for McCarthy, but he played better against lesser defenses late in the season. We'll be watching what the Vikings do at quarterback in the offseason closely, but they'll at least be bringing in someone as credible competition to McCarthy. The team could even be in on free agent Daniel Jones. Despite all of the issues at quarterback, the Vikings finished only one-half game out of a wild card spot. |
Vikings | Week 18 Minnesota Vikings inactives Sun Jan 4, 11:44 AM
The Minnesota Vikings have declared RB Aaron Jones, CB Dwight McGlothern, OT Walter Rouse, QB John Wolford, WR Myles Price, QB Brett Rypien and TE T.J. Hockenson inactive for Week 18.
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Vikings | Jeshaun Jones elevated for Week 18 Sat Jan 3, 06:53 PM
Minnesota Vikings practice squad WR Jeshaun Jones was elevated to the active roster Saturday, Jan. 3, and will be available for the Week 18 game.
Link to story Vikings | Week 18 injury report for Minnesota Fri Jan 2, 03:58 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder), RB Aaron Jones (hip), and WR Myles Price (ankle) did not practice all week and have been ruled out for Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers. TE Gavin Bartholomew (back) practiced in full all week and has been ruled out. CB Dwight McGlothern (hip) was limited in practice on Friday, Jan. 2, and is listed as questionable. DL Jonathan Allen (rest), DL Javon Hargrave (rest), and S Harrison Smith (rest) were limited in practice on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report. LB Blake Cashman (elbow), RB Jordan Mason (ankle), QB J.J. McCarthy (hand), and DL Levi Drake Rodriguez (rib) practiced in full on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report.
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Vikings | Jordan Mason set to play Fri Jan 2, 03:49 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Jordan Mason (ankle) practiced in full on Friday, Jan. 2, and no longer appears on the injury report.
| Footballguys view: Aaron Jones is managing a hip injury that will keep him out this week. That puts Mason atop the depth chart. His production in starts has been hit-or-miss this year, but he should see enough volume to be started as a back-end RB2 this week. |
Vikings | J.J. McCarthy will start Week 18 Fri Jan 2, 02:17 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) will start Week 18 against the Green Bay Packers.
Link to story Vikings | Thursday practice report for Vikings Thu Jan 1, 08:35 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder), RB Aaron Jones (hip) and WR Myles Price (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 1. OT Brian O'Neill (heel) was limited during practice. LB Blake Cashman (elbow), RB Jordan Mason (ankle), QB J.J. McCarthy (hand), DT Levi Drake Rodriguez (rib) and TE Gavin Bartholomew (back) fully participated in practice.
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Vikings | Full practice for J.J. McCarthy Thu Jan 1, 08:32 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 1.
Link to story Vikings | Jordan Mason upgraded Thu Jan 1, 08:30 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Jordan Mason (ankle) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 1.
Link to story Vikings | Aaron Jones misses practice Thu Jan 1, 08:27 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones (hip) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 1.
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Vikings | T.J. Hockenson sits out Thu Jan 1, 08:23 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 1.
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Vikings | Wednesday practice report for MIN Wed Dec 31, 08:44 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder), RB Aaron Jones (hip) and WR Myles Price (ankle) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 31. LB Blake Cashman (elbow), RB Jordan Mason (ankle), QB J.J. McCarthy (hand), OT Brian O'Neill (heel), DT Levi Drake Rodriguez (rib) and S Harrison Smith (non-injury) were limited during practice. TE Gavin Bartholomew (back) fully participated in practice.
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Vikings | J.J. McCarthy listed as limited Wed Dec 31, 08:41 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 31.
Link to story Vikings | Jordan Mason a limited participant Wed Dec 31, 08:40 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Jordan Mason (ankle) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 31.
Link to story Vikings | No practice for Aaron Jones Wed Dec 31, 08:31 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones (hip) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 31.
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Vikings | T.J. Hockenson misses practice Wed Dec 31, 08:26 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 31.
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Vikings | Sincere McCormick joins practice squad Wed Dec 31, 02:40 PM
Free-agent RB Sincere McCormick (Broncos) was signed to the Minnesota Vikings practice squad Wednesday, Dec. 31.
Link to story Vikings | J.J. McCarthy set to return to practice Wed Dec 31, 02:39 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) will practice after a 'positive day,' according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.
| Footballguys view: Max Brosmer will play if McCarthy can't go. He's trending in the right direction, but this will come down to grip strength for the second-year quarterback. Most Vikings fans are done defending McCarthy, but a good game in a meaningless Week 18 game could help the vibes around his 2026 outlook. |
Vikings | Elijah Williams placed on IR Mon Dec 29, 04:16 PM
Minnesota Vikings DT Elijah Williams (ankle) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Dec. 29.
Link to story Vikings | J.J. McCarthy's Week 18 status up in the air Mon Dec 29, 02:03 PM
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy's status for Week 18 remains up in the air.
| Footballguys view: McCarthy missed the team's Christmas win over the Lions with a hairline fracture to his left, non-throwing hand. Coach Kevin O'Connell told reporters Monday that McCarthy is "progressing" and that there's less swelling in the hand than there was leading into last Thursday's game. O'Connell said that McCarthy's grip strength will be the determining factor in his ability to play against the Packers this week and that the team will have a better idea where he's at on that front later in the week. Max Brosmer will get another start if McCarthy can't go. |
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Vikings | MIN hasn't had serious extension talks with Jalen Nailor Sun Dec 28, 10:31 AM
The Minnesota Vikings have not had substantive talks with WR Jalen Nailor on an extension, according to ESPN.com's Kevin Seifert. He is currently in the final season of his rookie contract.
| Footballguys view: Nailor has been the most efficient target for JJ McCarthy, but the team drafted Tai Felton in the third round back in April as a potential replacement and McCarthy isn't exactly entrenched as the starting quarterback going into the offseason. The open market is likely to pay Nailor more than the Vikings would. He is worth carrying in deep dynasty leagues through the offseason as a player who could have a larger role on his second contract with a new team. |
Vikings | Myles Price injured Thursday Thu Dec 25, 10:15 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Myles Price (ankle) suffered an ankle injury during the Week 17 game against the Detroit Lions.
Link to story Vikings | Jalen Nailor blanked in win Thu Dec 25, 09:23 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor failed to catch his only target in a 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions in Week 17.
Link to story Vikings | Long TD run for Jordan Addison Thu Dec 25, 09:18 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison failed to catch a pass but scored on a 65-yard run in a 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions.
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson logs four catches Thu Dec 25, 09:14 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson caught four of his five targets for 30 yards in a 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions in Week 17.
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Vikings | Ty Chandler handles seven carries Thu Dec 25, 09:10 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Ty Chandler rushed for 24 yards on seven carries in a 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions in Week 17.
Link to story Vikings | Aaron Jones grinds out 53 rushing yards Thu Dec 25, 08:58 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones rushed 18 times for 53 yards and a touchdown and caught three passes for 10 yards in a 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions in Week 17.
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Vikings | Max Brosmer pressured but picks up win Thu Dec 25, 08:51 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Max Brosmer completed nine of his 16 passes for 51 yards and rushed twice for 16 yards in a 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions in Week 17. He was also sacked seven times.
Link to story Vikings | Andrew Van Ginkel makes big plays Thu Dec 25, 08:50 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Andrew Van Ginkel finished with five tackles, 1.5 sacks and two fumble recoveries in a 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions in Week 17.
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Vikings | Blake Cashman all over the field Thu Dec 25, 08:48 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Blake Cashman finished with 17 tackles, including six solo stops, and a sack in a 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions in Week 17.
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Vikings | Week 17 Minnesota Vikings inactives Thu Dec 25, 03:05 PM
The Minnesota Vikings have declared QB J.J. McCarthy, LB Austin Keys, QB Brett Rypien, OT Brian O'Neill, RB Jordan Mason and TE T.J. Hockenson inactive for Week 17.
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Vikings | Ryan Kelly lands on IR Wed Dec 24, 09:12 PM
Minnesota Vikings C Ryan Kelly (concussion) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Wednesday, Dec. 24.
Link to story Vikings | Jordan Mason will miss Week 17 Wed Dec 24, 03:20 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Jordan Mason (ankle) did not practice all week and has been ruled out for Week 17 against the Detroit Lions.
| Footballguys view: Mason's season may be done as the Vikings have nothing left to play for. Aaron Jones has been cleared to play, and he will get the bulk of the workload against the Lions on Christmas. |
Vikings | Aaron Jones Sr. cleared to play Wed Dec 24, 03:17 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones Sr. (ankle) was limited in practice all week and no longer appears on the injury report.
| Footballguys view: With Jordan Mason (ankle) out of action, Jones is in line for a bulk of the work from the backfield for the Vikings. Against the Lions on Christmas, we like Jones as an RB2/flex option for Fantasy GMs. |
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Vikings | T.J Hockenson ruled out for Week 17 Wed Dec 24, 03:15 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder) did not practice all week and has been ruled out for Week 17 against the Detroit Lions.
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Vikings | Week 17 injury report for Minnesota Wed Dec 24, 03:06 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder), QB J.J. McCarthy (hand), and C Ryan Kelly (concussion) did not practice all week and have been ruled out for Week 17 against the Detroit Lions. TE Gavin Bartholomew (back) practiced in full all week and is listed as questionable. OT Brian O'Neill (heel) was limited in practice on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and is listed as questionable. DL Javon Hargrave (thigh) and RB Aaron Jones Sr. (ankle) were limited in practice on Wednesday and no longer appear on the injury report. RB Ty Chandler (knee), LB Austin Keys (ankle), and LB Eric Wilson (thumb) practiced in full on Wednesday and no longer appear on the injury report.
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Vikings | Jordan Mason status up in the air Tue Dec 23, 05:42 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Jordan Mason (ankle) did not practice on Tuesday, Dec. 23.
Link to story Vikings | Aaron Jones limited in practice again Tue Dec 23, 05:39 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones Sr. (ankle) was limited in practice on Tuesday, Dec. 23.
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