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Vikings | Jacob Thomas dealing with ankle injury Sat Aug 29, 09:19 AM
Minnesota Vikings S Jacob Thomas (ankle) suffered an apparent ankle sprain in the preseason game against the Denver Broncos Friday, Aug. 28, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell. He is scheduled to undergo an MRI exam.
Link to story Vikings | J.J. McCarthy not available Friday Fri Aug 28, 06:24 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (ankle) will not play in the preseason game Friday, Aug. 28, because of his ankle injury, according to sources. He is considered day-to-day.
Link to story Vikings | Day off for J.J. McCarthy Wed Aug 26, 02:07 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (ankle) is receiving a day off from practicing Wednesday, Aug. 26, but head coach Kevin O'Connell said the plan is for McCarthy to play in the final preseason game.
| Footballguys view: The Vikings play the Broncos on Friday night. McCarthy is battling with Carson Wentz for the backup job to Kyler Murray. Some think McCarthy could be on the trade block, and many think he's not going to be with the Vikings much longer. We'll see what happens, but it's clear that McCarthy could use a fresh start. |
Vikings | Tre Hawkins III signed by MIN Tue Aug 25, 06:14 PM
Free-agent CB Tre Hawkins III (Commanders) was signed by the Minnesota Vikings, according to a source on Tuesday, Aug. 25. The Vikings also waived CB Dwight McGlothern with a waived/injured designation.
Link to story Vikings | Jeshaun Jones suspended for three games Tue Aug 25, 04:36 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jeshaun Jones has been suspended for three games by the NFL for violating it's Substances of Abuse policy on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Link to story Vikings | MIN signs Jonathan Harris on Monday Mon Aug 24, 08:58 PM
Free-agent DL Jonathan Harris was signed by the Minnesota Vikings, according to a source on Monday, Aug. 24. The Vikings also waived DL Taki Taimani and CB Tyreek Chappell with waived/injured designations.
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Vikings | Minnesota adds Matt Lauter Mon Aug 24, 01:45 PM
Free-agent TE Matt Lauter (Titans) signed with the Minnesota Vikings Monday, Aug. 24. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Vikings | Demond Claiborne, Zavier Scott in heated battle Mon Aug 24, 12:12 AM
Minnesota Vikings RBs Demond Claiborne and Zavier Scott are in a heated battle in training camp for a spot on the 53-man roster. Claiborne has blazing speed, but he has had issues fumbling and catching the ball. Scott is more polished, and his experience is key, plus Scott worked on special teams last season.
| Footballguys view: As long-time Vikings observer Judd Zulgad noted, Claiborne's 4.37 speed is difficult to dismiss, but he needs to work on his weaknesses -- and to be more patient in waiting for his blocks to develop. Given Claiborne is only 22 years old, those are things that will take time for him to learn. This is where keeping Scott has to be a consideration. Scott, 27, isn't flashy, but you know what you're going to get. It would not be a surprise if Scott is cut on Sunday and quickly signed to the practice squad. |
Vikings | Henry Byrd, Walter Rouse in fight for job Sun Aug 23, 05:08 PM
Minnesota Vikings OLs Henry Byrd and Walter Rouse are likely fighting for the 10th and final offensive lineman job. Byrd is listed as a guard, but he started at left tackle in the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 23. Rouse is listed as a tackle, but he has been playing tackle in camp. OT Ryan Van Demark is expected to be the top backup at both tackle positions, while OG Joe Huber is expected to hold the same role at the guard spots.
Link to story Vikings | Max Bredeson considered lock for roster Sun Aug 23, 05:02 PM
Minnesota Vikings FB Max Bredeson is considered a lock for the 53-man roster by beat writer Judd Zulgad.
Link to story Vikings | J.J. McCarthy nicked up in preseason game Sun Aug 23, 04:35 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (undisclosed) left the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22, against the Baltimore Ravens after getting 'banged up', according to head coach Kevin O'Connell. To make matters worse, QB Carson Wentz shined in relief, and he could push McCarthy for the primary backup job to QB Kyler Murray.
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Vikings | J.J. McCarthy fighting for backup gig? Sat Aug 22, 08:55 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy completed five of his 10 passes for 81 yards during the preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens Saturday, Aug. 22, and head coach Kevin O'Connell said QB Carson Wentz and QB Joe Fagnano will have more chances to compete for the backup quarterback job. 'We want to keep giving those guys opportunities,' O'Connell said.
| Footballguys view: McCarthy, a first-round pick of the Vikings back in 2024, has already lost the starting job to Kyler Murray. Now, he might not even be the primary backup to Murray. His pro career got off on the wrong foot (to say the least), and a change of scenery might do him some good. |
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson gaining comfort level Fri Aug 21, 04:45 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson said he is building better chemistry with QB Kyler Murray now that Murray has been named the starter and is no longer splitting reps. 'So now he has it and the connection is definitely growing,' Jefferson said. 'Work needs to be done, but it comes with time and comes with just coming out here and just working together.'
| Footballguys view: 'Work needs to be done' is balancing 'the connection is definitely growing' in this statement. Of course, if you have Jefferson, you're playing him Week 1 vs. Green Bay, but it sounds like we should temper expectations early on, if we hadn't already given Murray's history re: creating fantasy value for wide receivers. |
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Vikings | Theo Jackson leaves practice Thu Aug 20, 06:57 PM
Minnesota Vikings S Theo Jackson (undisclosed) left practice early Thursday, Aug. 20, because of an apparent lower body injury.
Link to story Vikings | J.J. McCarthy set to start second preseason game Thu Aug 20, 03:19 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy will 'more than likely' start the team's preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens, according to coach Kevin O'Connell.
Link to story Vikings | Joshua Gray inks deal with MIN Wed Aug 19, 08:43 PM
Free-agent OG Joshua Gray (Panthers) has signed with the Minnesota Vikings, according to a source on Wednesday, Aug. 19. The Vikings also released DL Eric Johnson.
Link to story Vikings | Caleb Tiernan week-to-week Wed Aug 19, 06:44 PM
Minnesota Vikings OT Caleb Tiernan (ankle) is considered week-to-week because of an ankle injury, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.
Link to story Vikings | Max Brosmer to do some work Wednesday Wed Aug 19, 01:14 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Max Brosmer (wrist) is scheduled to throw some passes during practice Wednesday, Aug. 19, and his status for the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22, is uncertain at this point.
Link to story Vikings | Max Brosmer dealing with wrist injury Tue Aug 18, 11:57 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Max Brosmer (wrist) did not practice on Monday, Aug. 17, due to an injured right wrist. It's unclear if Brosmer will be available for the team's preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday, Aug. 22.
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Vikings | MIN signs two on Monday Mon Aug 17, 09:28 PM
Free-agent OLB Kenny Dyson (Panthers) and CB Bryce Phillips (Chiefs) have signed with the Minnesota Vikings, according to a source on Monday, Aug. 17. The Vikings also released LB Arden Walker.
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Vikings | Gerald Alexander returns to practice after suspension Mon Aug 17, 09:21 PM
Minnesota Vikings AC Gerald Alexander completed his three-week suspension for drunk driving on Aug. 14 and returned to the practice field on Monday, Aug. 17, according to ESPN's Kevin Seifert.
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Vikings | Jamal Adams injury update Mon Aug 17, 03:28 PM
Updating a previous report, Minnesota Vikings LB Jamal Adams (quadriceps) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list because of a torn quadriceps, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.
| Footballguys view: Adams had received heavy first-team reps during practice in the Vikings' three-safety packages. He was playing with the second-team defense Saturday when the injury occurred. Injuries have plagued Adams for much of the second half of his career. He played only one game in 2022, nine in 2023, and five in 2024 before making it through all 17 games with the Raiders as a part-time player last season. |
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Vikings | Jamal Adams on injured reserve Mon Aug 17, 01:37 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Jamal Adams (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Aug. 17.
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Vikings | Season over for Jamal Adams Sun Aug 16, 08:03 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Jamal Adams (knee) was diagnosed with a season-ending knee injury, according to sources.
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Vikings | Jamal Adams sustains right knee injury Sun Aug 16, 09:26 AM
Updating a previous report, Minnesota Vikings LB Jamal Adams (knee) sustained a non-contact right knee injury during the first half of the preseason game versus the New York Giants Saturday, Aug. 15. He had to be carted off the field and head coach Kevin O'Connell described the injury as 'not good,' but did not elaborate on Adams' condition. He is slated to undergo an MRI exam to determine the extent of the injury.
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Vikings | Jordan Addison has one grab Sat Aug 15, 09:09 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison caught his only target for eight yards in the preseason game against the New York Giants Saturday, Aug. 15.
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Vikings | Jordan Mason sees action Saturday Sat Aug 15, 09:00 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Jordan Mason rushed three times for 17 yards in the preseason game against the New York Giants Saturday, Aug. 15.
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Vikings | Aaron Jones carries three times Sat Aug 15, 08:54 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones rushed three times for 27 yards in the preseason game against the New York Giants Saturday, Aug. 15.
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Vikings | Quick showing for Kyler Murray Sat Aug 15, 08:47 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Kyler Murray completed two of his three passes for 10 yards during the preseason game against the New York Giants Saturday, Aug. 15.
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Vikings | Two players banged up following first preseason game Sat Aug 15, 05:27 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Max Brosmer (right thumb) and OT Caleb Tiernan (left ankle) both left the preseason game with their injuries, according to a source on Saturday, Aug. 15. Brosmer left after his hand got hit on his final throw of the third quarter.
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Vikings | Jamal Adams carted off Sat Aug 15, 02:06 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Jamal Adams (undisclosed) was carted off the field after suffering an undisclosed injury during the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 15.
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Vikings | Jermar Jefferson joins Vikings Wed Aug 12, 01:33 PM
Free-agent RB Jermar Jefferson (49ers) signed with the Minnesota Vikings Wednesday, Aug. 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also waived RB Jordan Mims.
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Vikings | Minnesota remains hopeful with J.J. McCarthy Tue Aug 11, 03:06 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy 'has a future with the organization,' according to head coach Kevin O'Connell. Kyler Murray was named the starting quarterback on Tuesday, Aug. 11.
| Footballguys view: According to ESPN.com's Kevin Seifert, McCarthy showed incremental progress this summer but could not close the sizable gap that already existed with Murray. At 23, he is younger than most of the quarterbacks in the NFL's 2026 draft class. But after losing his entire rookie season to a torn meniscus in his right knee and then producing a season underwhelming enough that O'Connell sought out Murray, there is no longer an obvious path for him to recapture the job unless Murray is injured. |
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Vikings | Minnesota named Kyler Murray their starting QB Tue Aug 11, 12:39 PM
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Vikings have named Kyler Murray their starting QB.
| Footballguys view: Murray, a two-time Pro Bowler and former No. 1 overall pick, was the favorite over J.J. McCarthy, whose second season was plagued by injuries and poor play that necessitated a competition this offseason. This will mark the fifth different Week 1 starter in Kevin O'Connell's six seasons as the Vikings' head coach -- and the fourth in four years. Murray is still seeking his first playoff win with the team, but this move is good news for Justin Jefferson, who struggled with McCarthy as his QB last year. |
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Vikings | Minnesota works out three backs Mon Aug 10, 06:14 PM
Free-agent RB Jermar Jefferson (49ers), RB Dominic Richardson (Cowboys) and RB Marcus Yarns (Saints) recently worked out for the Minnesota Vikings.
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Vikings | Kyler Murray gaining momentum in QB battle Fri Aug 7, 01:09 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Kyler Murray has shown 'plenty of indications' that he remains the favorite to win the team's starting quarterback job, according to ESPN's Kevin Seifert.
| Footballguys view: The tenor around this quarterback battle has changed in the last 2-3 days, with JJ McCarthy disappointing in his time on the practice field. Kevin O'Connell could be on the verge of calling this for Murray and giving him all of the first team reps to better prepare for the upcoming season. Carson Wentz is also on the roster, so McCarthy is going to fall to third string quarterback and could be traded if there is any team that will give draft capital to assume the requirements of his rookie contract. |
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Vikings | Jordan Addison to miss a few days Wed Aug 5, 02:11 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (thumb) suffered a jammed thumb during a recent practice and is expected to be sidelined for a day or two, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.
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Vikings | Jordan Mason in great shape Mon Aug 3, 05:55 PM
Jordan Mason showed up to training camp lighter and in great shape, according to offensive coordinator Wesley Phillips and head coach Kevin O'Connell. 'You guys can probably even tell just the way he looks,' O'Connell said. 'He's in unbelievable shape right now.'
| Footballguys view: If you're going to take a Vikings running back, Mason is probably the best pick, but the fact that all are going in the 10th round or later reflects the uncertainty of the split with veteran Aaron Jones, who was brought back on a reduced salary, and sixth round pick Demond Claiborne, who should figure in some as a change of pace to Mason and passing down option along with Jones. If the quarterback play is better than expected and the offensive line stays healthy (unlike last year), Mason could be a modest hit as a touchdown/game script driven RB2/Flex play. |
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Vikings | Demond Claiborne limited Saturday Sun Aug 2, 01:48 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Demond Claiborne (undisclosed) did not participate in team drills during practice Saturday, Aug. 1.
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Vikings | Kejon Owens off roster Sun Aug 2, 01:05 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Kejon Owens was waived Sunday, Aug. 2.
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Vikings | Day off for Christian Darrisaw Fri Jul 31, 08:10 PM
Minnesota Vikings OT Christian Darrisaw (knee) was given the day off Friday, July 31, as the team manages the knee injury that limited him to 10 games last season.
Link to story Vikings | Christian Darrisaw feeling strong Fri Jul 31, 05:28 PM
Minnesota Vikings OT Christian Darrisaw (knee) said he finally feels like himself after his 2024 knee injury. 'Feel the best I've felt in two years,' Darrisaw said.
| Footballguys view: If there is going to be a redemption story written by the Vikings offense this year, it is more likely to come through better offensive line injury luck than last year, when the team had three starters - including Darrisaw - miss significant time. |
Vikings | Kyler Murray works as top QB on Thursday Fri Jul 31, 05:28 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Kyler Murray took a 'hefty amount of snaps' with the first-team offense Thursday, July 30.
| Footballguys view: Most observers said that JJ McCarthy was more comfortable than Murray, but that is to be expected at the open of camp with Murray in a new offense. If that is still the case two weeks from now, or McCarthy starts to get a larger role of the first team reps, then we might have to change our outlook that installs Murray as the favorite to win here. |
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Vikings | Kyler Murray gets first turns with starters to open camp Wed Jul 29, 04:55 PM
Head coach Kevin O'Connell said on Tuesday that Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy will both work with the first team as he makes his decision about who will be under center for Week 1. On Wednesday, we saw Murray in the lead spot. Jori Epstein of Yahoo Sports reports that Murray was the first man up when the Vikings moved into 11-on-11 work and that he hit wide receiver Jordan Addison for a 30-yard gain.
| Footballguys view: The first practice of training camp also served as the kickoff for the final stage of their quarterback competition. "I'm not really too focused on the long-term vision of it," Murray said before practice. "I'm focused on the process, and that's day to day, coming out here with this walkthrough and then practice later . . . Prove to the coaches and guys what I'm capable of." As PFT notes, McCarthy will get his chances to prove the same point, and all of the developments on the field in Minnesota will be closely followed until O'Connell makes his call. |
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Vikings | MIN signs Jordan Mims Tue Jul 28, 05:05 PM
Free-agent RB Jordan Mims (49ers) has signed with the Minnesota Vikings on Tuesday, July 28.
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Vikings | Minnesota to give both QBs first-team reps Tue Jul 28, 01:58 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Kyler Murray and QB J.J. McCarthy will both get first-team reps as they compete for the starting job in training camp, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.
| Footballguys view: In announcing the plan for the two QBs to share reps, HC Kevin O'Connell told reporters the Vikings are looking to see who can elevate those around them and run the offense with comfort. The shared snaps were expected. Murray still seems like the favorite, but McCarthy reportedly closed the gap in the team's final mini-camp. We'll be watching this one closely. |
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Vikings | Brian O'Neill has signed an extension Tue Jul 28, 01:21 PM
Minnesota Vikings OT Brian O'Neill signed a four-year, $96 million contract extension with the team on Tuesday, July 28.
Link to story Vikings | MIN to sign Jamal Adams to roster Tue Jul 28, 12:25 AM
Free-agent LB Jamal Adams (Raiders) will reportedly sign with the Minnesota Vikings, according to a source on Monday, July 27.
| Footballguys view: At one point, Adams, selected by the Jets with the sixth pick of the 2017 draft, was one of the best safeties in the league. In his three seasons (46 games) in New York, Adams made two Pro Bowl appearances and was named first-team All-Pro in 2019. He added another Pro Bowl appearance as a Seahawk in 2020. Adams played in five games with the Titans and Lions in 2024. He appeared in 17 games last season with the Raiders. In 102 career games (87 starts), Adams, 30, has recorded 546 tackles, 22.5 sacks, four interceptions, and 36 pass deflections. |
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Vikings | Kejon Owens placed on NFI list Mon Jul 27, 04:51 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Kejon Owens (illness) was placed on the Active/Non-Football Illness list Monday, July 27.
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Vikings | Luke Wysong waived/injured Mon Jul 27, 04:51 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Luke Wysong (undisclosed) was waived Monday, July 27, with an injury designation.
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