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The Minnesota Vikings found a way to earn a 16-13 Week 16 win over the New York Giants. Unfortunately, it was a game that saw JJ McCarthy sustain yet another injury. Despite the concerns, head coach Kevin O’Connell claims that he liked what he saw from McCarthy before the injury. During the postgame press conference, […]

The Minnesota Vikings may have been out of playoff contention for a couple of weeks, but head coach Kevin O’Connell’s team has won 3 games in a row to move within 1 game of .500 at 7-8. Their latest triumph was a 16-13 road victory over the New York Giants, and the decisive points came […]

The Minnesota Vikings continue to struggle during Week 16. Minnesota is clinging to a 13-10 lead over New York despite suffering multiple injuries during the first half. Now another injury adds to a rough day for the Vikings. Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison left the field with trainers during the third quarter, per The Athletic’s […]

Minnesota Vikings quarterback has left his Week 16 game against the New York Giants after suffering a massive hit from defensive end Brian Burns. The sack led to a fumble and a Giants touchdown, but the biggest concern is the state of McCarthy’s hand right now. McCarthy has now been ruled out for the rest […]

The Minnesota Vikings are taking on the New York Giants on Sunday with the hope of advancing to a 7-8 record. Unfortunately, running the ball might be a tad difficult, as both running backs, Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason, suffered injuries early in the contest. Reports indicate that Jones and Mason are questionable to return […]

The Minnesota Vikings encountered an unexpected travel setback on Saturday evening as they attempted to fly from Minneapolis to New Jersey ahead of their Week 16 matchup against the New York Giants. The Vikings’ charter aircraft developed mechanical problems shortly after departing Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport, forcing the pilots to turn the plane around and […]

It’s been a bumpy ride for Minnesota Vikings’ offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw this season, as he’s missed four games due to a lingering knee injury from the 2024-25 campaign. However, with just three games remaining in the regular season, it appears his year is effectively over. Reports indicate that head coach Kevin O’Connell has announced […]

Two of the best young quarterbacks meet on the field in Week 16 when the New York Giants welcome the Minnesota Vikings to MetLife Stadium. A lot of eyes will be on the head-to-head battle between Jaxson Dart and J.J. McCarthy, with several other in-game matchups to monitor. Before the teams meet on the field, […]

With Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray missing the rest of the season with a foot injury, there have been many conversations around the uncertain future of the franchise. As Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon sidestepped a question on Murray’s future, it only amplified the noise, as one insider speaks on the best possible fit for […]

Sunday night was supposed to be the Dallas Cowboys’ last stand. It was their chance to keep faint playoff hopes alive under the bright lights of AT&T Stadium. Instead, it became the moment their season officially slipped away. In a 34-26 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday Night Football in Week 15, Dallas lost […]

The Minnesota Vikings have had a very disappointing season so far in 2025, but they got a bit of a reprieve with a 34-26 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football in Week 15. However, even the wins this year for the Vikings have come with caveats. On Sunday night, it was the […]

The Minnesota Vikings took care of business on Sunday Night Football. Minnesota beat Dallas 34-26 at AT&T Stadium in a game where they faced little opposition. The Vikings made quick work of the Cowboys’ defense, leading to questions about the home team’s coaching staff. It was an especially good night for Minnesota’s second-year quarterback. J.J. […]

Quarterback JJ McCarthy turned a shaky start into pure theater on Sunday night. After opening the game with an interception, the Minnesota Vikings rookie regrouped and ended up torching the Dallas Cowboys in a 34-26 road win, piling up 250 passing yards, two touchdown throws, and a rushing score on a fourth-down keeper that completely […]

The Minnesota Vikings took care of business against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, notching a 34-26 victory at AT&T Stadium, with Will Reichard delivering the game-sealing field goal. With 1:04 left in the fourth quarter and the Cowboys only down by eight points, Reichard made sure that there would not be a miracle comeback with […]

JJ McCarthy brushed off an early interception and buckled down to work as he led the Minnesota Vikings over the Dallas Cowboys, 34-26, at AT&T Stadium on Sunday. McCarthy’s first pass of the game got picked by the Cowboys. But it didn’t deter him from delivering a strong performance. He went 15-of-24 for 250 yards […]

The Dallas Cowboys caught the Minnesota Vikings sleeping, all thanks to Brandon Aubrey. Early in a tense Week 15 matchup, Dallas special teams coordinator John Fassel reached deep into the bag, and kicker Aubrey delivered one of the most unexpected moments of the game. Lined up for what looked like a routine field goal attempt, […]

It has been a challenging campaign for Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy, to say the least, and his ongoing struggles continued early against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday. McCarthy’s first throw of the primetime matchup was deflected by the Cowboys, with the ball going to Quinnen Williams. If that was a sign […]

The Minnesota Vikings are hoping to put together a winning streak when they face the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night at AT&T Stadium. They hammered the Washington Commanders in Week 14, putting an end to their painful 4-game losing streak. T.J. Hockenson said today his shin injury was just a bone bruise he expects won't […]

The Minnesota Vikings have fallen off hard this season after a great year last year. The Vikings finished 14-3 and made the playoffs, but this season has been much more challenging, with Minnesota at 5-8 and much more disappointing. It’s really easy when you’re winning, but it’s harder when you’re losing, and star receiver Justin […]

Rookie quarterback JJ McCarthy says the hardest part of stepping up to NFL speed isn’t the play call or the pre-snap read, it’s when the rush and back-end disguises collide after the snap. “I think it’s the rush. That rush, it gets to you quick. And they’re doing so many things on the back end […]

The Minnesota Vikings were able to regain their breath last week as all aspects of their game were successful and they delivered a 31-0 victory over the Washington Commanders to their fans at U.S. Bank Stadium. That triumph ended a four-game losing streak and put a few smiles on the faces Kevin O’Connell and his […]

Uncertainty surrounding NFL rumors about J.J. McCarthy has Minnesota facing some uncomfortable quarterback questions, and Daniel Jones keeps popping up in the rumor mill as a possible safety net. With McCarthy concussed, struggling, and Max Brosmer set for his first NFL start, this season is already starting to feel like an extended audition for everyone […]

The Minnesota Vikings snapped a four-game losing streak with a 31-0 rout of the Washington Commanders on Sunday. J.J. McCarthy returned from a concussion and threw three touchdown passes while Minnesota’s defense got its first shutout since Week 14 of the 2023 season. Unfortunately, a banged up Washington team lost Zach Ertz to a gruesome-looking […]

The 2025 season has not been going well for Justin Jefferson. Once considered to be a “QB-proof” receiver with how well he’s performed with different quarterbacks, the Minnesota Vikings wide receiver is having a down year this season. Last week, he had one of his worst statistical outings, recording just two catches for four yards […]

The Minnesota Vikings delivered a beatdown in Week 14. Minnesota shut out Washington 31-0 on Sunday in one of the most one-sided games of the season. Based on the final score, it should be no surprise that Minnesota’s young quarterback played a great game on Sunday. Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy made a humbling confession after […]

thyOne impressive game does not a career make. The Minnesota Vikings have been one of the most disappointing teams in the NFL this season, and one of the biggest reasons has been the poor play and slow development of second-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy. Prior to facing the Washington Commanders at U.S. Bank Stadium in Week […]

The Minnesota Vikings are trending in the right direction headed into Week 14. Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy is out of concussion protocol and could make his return on Sunday. If he does, he can have the comfort of knowing his blindside protector will have his back. Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw is expected to play […]

The Minnesota Vikings and Washington Commanders meet at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday for a battle that both teams are desperately trying to win. With the playoff race heating up, the only way these two teams have a chance at making it is if they win out. The Vikings are 4-8, and if they win […]

The Minnesota Vikings thought an important need was being filled when they brought veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen back to the team after his two years with the Carolina Panthers. The Vikings reacquired Thielen in a late August trade, and it appeared he could play a key role early in the season while second-year wideout […]

The 2025 Minnesota Vikings season has fallen off a cliff in recent weeks. One of the biggest reasons has been the offense’s struggles this season. It starts with J.J. McCarthy under center because he has struggled as a quarterback in his first full season running the offense. It has been a rough season for McCarthy, […]

It’s already Week 13 of the NFL season, and yet we’re still getting surprised by how players perform in fantasy football. Some of these surprises have been nice for fantasy owners: players that broke out midseason due to circumstances around their team. For every surprising boom, though, there are always a few players who bust […]

It appears that Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy is in the right direction when it comes to his availability for Week 14’s game against the Washington Commanders at home. “Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (concussion) was a full participant in practice today, putting him on track to return Sunday vs. Washington,” Tom Pelissero of the NFL […]

Adam Thielen’s reunion tour with the Minnesota Vikings didn’t last long. After being traded to Minnesota during the offseason, Thielen requested to be released this week. The front office quickly accommodated his request, allowing him to test free agency. Thielen quickly found a new home, signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Thielen said that with this […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers need to make a change. After falling to 6-6 on the season in a loss to the Buffalo Bills, the Steelers are running out of time to take charge in the AFC North. Earlier on Tuesday, the Steelers and cornerback Darius Slay parted ways. The former star corner will aim to finish […]

The Minnesota Vikings looked like a disaster without J.J. McCarthy in Week 13. Minnesota got shut out 26-0 by Seattle in rookie Max Brosmer’s debut as a starting quarterback. Brosmer made several rookie mistakes, including a particularly ugly interception during the second quarter. Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell took full responsibility for Brosmer’s ugly pick-six […]

The Minnesota Vikings have taken the biggest step backward in the NFL this season. They have gone from a 14-3 football team last year to winning just four games as Week 14 approaches. One of the biggest reasons for the Vikings’ struggles has been the play at quarterback. J.J. McCarthy has looked overwhelmed and not […]

The Minnesota Vikings didn’t just get shut out by the Seattle Seahawks in Week 13, they watched one of their most important offensive pieces walk to the locker room early. Veteran running back Aaron Jones exited after landing hard on his shoulder while fighting for extra yardage in the third quarter, capping a brutal afternoon […]

After the Minnesota Vikings had wide receiver Adam Thielen as a healthy scratch for Sunday’s 26-0 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, the team has waived the 35-year-old, according to Tom Pelissero. As it came as a shock when the football world saw the Vikings have Thielen as a healthy scratch, one came to realize the […]

The Minnesota Vikings certainly missed QB J.J. McCarthy during Week 13. Minnesota was shut out 26-0 by Seattle in an ugly game where rookie QB Max Brosmer could not move the offense down the field. Vikings WR Justin Jefferson did not speak with the media after the game, and one gross statistic shows why Jefferson […]