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Vikings | Jalen Nailor off injury report Fri Sep 12, 05:28 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor (hand) practiced in full on Friday, Sept. 12, and is no longer listed on the team's injury report.
Link to story Vikings | Josh Oliver off injury report Fri Sep 12, 05:25 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE Josh Oliver (ankle) practiced in full on Friday, Sept. 12, and is no longer listed on the team's injury report.
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Vikings | Week 2 injury report for Minnesota Fri Sep 12, 04:44 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Andrew Van Ginkel (concussion) did not practice all week and has been ruled out for Week 2 against the Atlanta Falcons. CB Jeff Okudah (concussion) and OT Christian Darrisaw (knee) were limited in practice on Friday, Sept. 12, and have been ruled out for Week 2. S Harrison Smith (illness) was limited in practice on Friday and is listed as questionable. LB Austin Keys (groin) was a full participant in practice on Friday and listed as questionable. DL Jonathan Allen (rest) and DL Javon Hargrave (rest) were limited in practice on Friday but are expected to play. TE Josh Oliver (ankle), CB Isaiah Rodgers (elbow), C Ryan Kelly (toe), QB J.J. McCarthy (personal), WR Myles Price (knee), RB Zavier Scott (ankle), WR Jalen Nailor (hand), and DL Elijah Williams (hamstring) practiced in full on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report.
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Vikings | Thursday practice report for Vikings Thu Sep 11, 06:18 PM
Minnesota Vikings C Ryan Kelly (toe), QB J.J. McCarthy (non-injury), CB Jeff Okudah (concussion), TE Josh Oliver (ankle) and LB Andrew Van Ginkel (concussion) did not participate in practice Thursday, Sept. 11. WR Myles Price (knee), RB Zavier Scott (ankle), S Harrison Smith (illness), OT Christian Darrisaw (knee) and CB Isaiah Rodgers (elbow) were limited during practice. WR Jalen Nailor (hand) and DT Elijah Williams (hamstring) fully participated in practice.
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Vikings | Full practice for Jalen Nailor Thu Sep 11, 06:17 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor (hand) fully participated in practice Thursday, Sept. 11.
Link to story Vikings | J.J. McCarthy misses practice Thu Sep 11, 03:45 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy will miss practice on Thursday, Sept. 11, due to the expected birth of his child. He is expected to play against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 2.
Link to story Vikings | Tim Jones and Nick Vannett added to active roster Thu Sep 11, 02:08 PM
The Minnesota Vikings signed WR Tim Jones and TE Nick Vannett to the active roster Thursday, Sept. 11. They also signed CB Tyrek Funderburk and LB Sione Takitaki to the practice squad and placed LB Blake Cashman (hamstring) and RB Ty Chandler (knee) on IR.
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Vikings | Nick Vannett signed to active roster Thu Sep 11, 02:02 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE Nick Vannett was signed off the practice squad on Thursday, Sept. 11.
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Vikings | Tim Jones signed to active roster Thu Sep 11, 01:58 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Tim Jones was signed off the practice squad on Thursday, Sept. 11.
Link to story Vikings | Ty Chandler placed on IR Thu Sep 11, 01:56 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Ty Chandler (knee) was placed on injured reserve on Thursday, Sept. 11. He will miss a minimum of four weeks.
Link to story Vikings | Blake Cashman placed on IR Thu Sep 11, 01:54 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Blake Cashman (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve on Thursday, Sept. 11. He will miss a minimum of four weeks.
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Vikings | Harrison Smith expects to return in three weeks Thu Sep 11, 12:49 PM
Minnesota Vikings S Harrison Smith (undisclosed) said he's making progress in his recovery from a personal health issue that began last month, ESPN.com's Kevin Seifert reported on Wednesday. Smith, who is confident that he will resume playing in less than three weeks, declined to be specific about the nature of the issue other than to say it was 'physical' - as opposed to a mental health matter.
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Vikings | Wednesday practice report for Vikings Wed Sep 10, 07:12 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Blake Cashman (hamstring), RB Ty Chandler (knee), C Ryan Kelly (toe), TE Josh Oliver (ankle) and LB Andrew Van Ginkel (concussion) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Sept. 10. WR Myles Price (knee) and S Harrison Smith (illness) were limited during practice. OT Christian Darrisaw (knee), WR Jalen Nailor (hand), RB Zavier Scott (ankle) and DE Elijah Williams (hamstring) fully participated in practice.
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Vikings | Jalen Nailor a full participant Wed Sep 10, 07:09 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor (hand) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Sept. 10.
Link to story Vikings | Andrew Van Ginkel in concussion protocol Wed Sep 10, 02:30 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Andrew Van Ginkel (concussion) is in concussion protocol, head coach Kevin O'Connell announced on Wednesday, Sept. 10.
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Vikings | Ty Chandler will miss some time Wed Sep 10, 02:27 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Ty Chandler (knee) will 'miss a few weeks,' head coach Kevin O'Connell announced on Wednesday, Sept. 10.
Link to story Vikings | Blake Cashman will 'miss a few weeks' Wed Sep 10, 02:25 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Blake Cashman (hamstring) will 'miss a few weeks,' head coach Kevin O'Connell announced on Wednesday, Sept. 10.
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Vikings | T.J. Hockenson has quiet night Tue Sep 9, 01:05 AM
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson collected three receptions for 15 yards versus the Chicago Bears in Week 1. He was targeted four times.
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Vikings | One catch for Jalen Nailor Tue Sep 9, 01:02 AM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor had one reception (on three targets) for 28 yards in a Week 1 win over the Chicago Bears.
Link to story Vikings | Adam Thielen blanked Tue Sep 9, 12:50 AM
Minnesota Vikings WR Adam Thielen was targeted once and did not have a reception against the Chicago Bears in Week 1. Thielen did catch a two-point conversion.
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson scores in Week 1 Tue Sep 9, 12:34 AM
Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson was targeted seven times, catching four passes for 44 yards and a touchdown during the team's Week 1 win over the Chicago Bears. Jefferson also ran once for four yards.
| Footballguys view: That yardage was Jefferson's second-lowest total in a game since the start of the 2024 season. The only contest in which he was held to fewer yards was also by the Bears last year, when he was limited to 27. Jefferson averages 95.8 yards per game, the best in NFL history. Of course, all the numbers come in the context of a very slow start by JJ McCarthy. Fortunately, the second-year QB hit his stride in the second half. Even if McCarthy continues to have ups and downs, Jefferson's upside will keep him in WR1 territory for our purposes. |
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Vikings | Aaron Jones finds the end zone Tue Sep 9, 12:25 AM
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones carried the ball eight times for 23 yards in Week 1 versus the Chicago Bears. Jones added three receptions (on three targets) for a team-high 44 yards and a touchdown in the win.
| Footballguys view: After a successful first season in Minnesota, Jones' role has changed this year. As NFL.com noted, Jordan Mason's arrival has bumped Jones out of the featured role and preserved him for maximum impact as a pass-catching back, a plan that worked wonderfully during Minnesota's fourth-quarter comeback when Jones ran an excellent choice fade route that gave JJ McCarthy an open target for a crucial score. Mason, meanwhile, handled the rugged responsibilities of a between-the-tackles hammer, bringing much-needed balance to the offense. Will it be a problem for Jones' investors? Early returns are good as Jones finished the week as RB12. |
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Vikings | J.J. McCarthy comes alive late Tue Sep 9, 12:25 AM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy completed 13 of 20 passes for 143 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception in a come-from-behind win over the Chicago Bears in Week 1. McCarthy also ran twice for 25 yards, including a 14-yard touchdown.
| Footballguys view: For three quarters, McCarthy looked lost. As NFL.com's Nick Shook noted, Minnesota's offense was a no-show, reaching the fourth quarter with just 85 total yards. Then, a questionable pass interference penalty and some much-needed simplification sparked McCarthy, who began firing more accurate passes, including his first scoring toss through a tighter-than-usual window. The turnaround was stunning, and much of it depended on McCarthy's moxie. After three ugly quarters, the fourth showed us why Kevin O'Connell was confident that McCarthy was his man. It'll be interesting to see how McCarthy and the Vikings build on this win. |
Vikings | Jordan Mason totals 75 yards on MNF Tue Sep 9, 12:19 AM
Minnesota Vikings RB Jordan Mason ran the ball 15 times for a game-high 68 yards against the Chicago Bears in Week 1. He added a seven-yard reception.
Link to story Vikings | Week 1 Minnesota Vikings inactives Mon Sep 8, 06:51 PM
The Minnesota Vikings have declared OT Christian Darrisaw, DT Elijah Williams, OG Joe Huber, QB Max Brosmer, S Harrison Smith and RB Zavier Scott inactive for Week 1.
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Vikings | Tim Jones called up Mon Sep 8, 04:02 PM
Minnesota Vikings practice squad WR Tim X. Jones was elevated to the active roster Monday, Sept. 8, and will be available for the Week 1 game.
Link to story Vikings | Harrison Smith to miss Week 1 Sun Sep 7, 06:36 PM
Minnesota Vikings S Harrison Smith (illness) has been ruled out of the Week 1 game.
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Vikings | Plenty of carries to go around in Minnesota? Sat Sep 6, 09:22 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Jordan Mason and RB Aaron Jones should see plenty of carries, especially early in the season, because a running game is 'what makes the quarterback's job easier,' according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.
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Vikings | Week 1 injury report for Vikings Sat Sep 6, 04:16 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Zavier Scott (ankle) and DT Elijah Williams (hamstring) did not participate in practice Saturday, Sept. 6, and have been ruled out for Week 1. S Harrison Smith (illness) was limited during practice and is listed as doubtful. OT Christian Darrisaw (knee) fully participated in practice but is listed as questionable. WR Jalen Nailor (hand) and LB Andrew Van Ginkel (neck) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.
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Vikings | No designation for Jalen Nailor Sat Sep 6, 04:08 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor (hand) fully participated in practice Saturday, Sept. 6, and is not on the injury report for Week 1.
Link to story Vikings | Full practice for Jalen Nailor Fri Sep 5, 07:34 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor (hand) fully participated in practice Friday, Sept. 5.
Link to story Vikings | Friday practice report for Minnesota Fri Sep 5, 04:08 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Zavier Scott (ankle) and DL Elijah Williams (hamstring) did not participate in practice on Friday, Sept. 5. S Harrison Smith (illness) was limited in practice. OT Christian Darrisaw (knee), WR Jalen Nailor (hand), and LB Andrew Van Ginkel (neck) fully participated in practice.
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Vikings | Minnesota's Thursday practice report Thu Sep 4, 05:56 PM
Minnesota Vikings OT Christian Darrisaw (knee), RB Zavier Scott (ankle) and S Harrison Smith (illness) did not participate in practice Thursday, Sept. 4. WR Jalen Nailor (hand) and LB Andrew Van Ginkel (neck) fully participated in practice.
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Vikings | Jalen Nailor practices in full Thu Sep 4, 05:48 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor (hand) fully participated in practice Thursday, Sept. 4.
| Footballguys view: It looks like Nailor is going to be available to play in Week 1 against the Bears. Fantasy GMs have to look at him as a 'what the heck' flex option in deeper leagues. Nailor is looking for targets behind Justin Jefferson, Adam Thielen and T.J. Hockenson. |
Vikings | Feeling good about Jalen Nailor for opener Sun Aug 31, 02:52 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor (hand) is trending upward for the Week 1 game against the Chicago Bears, as the team is optimistic he'll be ready to play after missing time due to a hand injury. Per sources, barring any setbacks, Nailor should be ready to play.
| Footballguys view: Nailor's role won't be as large as it would have been before the team acquired Adam Thielen, but he'll still be the complementary receiver more likely to get deep targets that can turn into big plays. Nailor isn't on our redraft radar, but his presence could help JJ McCarthy. |
Vikings | Adam Thielen restructures Sat Aug 30, 11:34 AM
Minnesota Vikings WR Adam Thielen agreed to terms on a revised contract Saturday, Aug. 30, according to multiple sources. His salary has been reduced by $2 million and $4 million in incentives were also removed from the deal.
| Footballguys view: When acquired by the Vikings just a few days ago, the plan was to work on his contract to make it more team-friendly. He wanted to return to Minnesota, and that is going to cost him millions. Thielen is a fan favorite, and he brings his experience back to the field for the Vikings. Thielen will be the team's no.2 receiver while Jordan Addison is suspended (three games). |
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Vikings | Minnesota takes a look at two RBs Fri Aug 29, 05:53 PM
Free-agent RB Amar Johnson (Packers) and RB Montrell Johnson (Eagles) recently worked out for the Minnesota Vikings.
Link to story Vikings | Health issue for Harrison Smith Fri Aug 29, 05:06 PM
Minnesota Vikings S Harrison Smith (undisclosed) has been sidelined for most of the month of August with a personal health issue, according to multiple sources. Smith will be evaluated on a weekly basis but is expected to make a full recovery.
| Footballguys view: Smith's Week 1 status becomes uncertain with this news. The Vikings signed K'Von Wallace to the practice squad. They like backups Theo Jackson and Jay Ward, so if Smith misses the game, it might not be that big of a hit to the defense. |
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Vikings | Seven players return to Minnesota PS Thu Aug 28, 01:33 AM
The Minnesota Vikings re-signed free-agent WRs Dontae Fleming, Lucky Jackson, Jeshaun Jones, and Tim X. Jones, TEs Bryson Nesbit and Nick Vannett, and RB Xazavian Valladay to their practice squad on Wednesday, Aug. 27.
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Vikings | Adam Thielen lands with Vikings Wed Aug 27, 10:00 AM
Carolina Panthers WR Adam Thielen was acquired by the Minnesota Vikings Wednesday, Aug. 27, in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 fourth-rounder. Minnesota also receives a 2026 conditional seventh-rounder and 2027 fifth-round pick.
| Footballguys view: Thielen is back where he began his career, and Vikings fans have to love this move. With Jordan Addison suspended the first three games, Thielen gives the team a veteran who can help move the chains. |
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Vikings | Jordan Addison put on suspended list Tue Aug 26, 05:11 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison was placed on the Reserve/Suspended list on Tuesday, Aug. 26.
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Vikings | Minnesota announces several transactions Tue Aug 26, 05:08 PM
Minnesota TE Bryson Nesbit and WRs Dontae Fleming, Lucky Jackson, Jeshaun Jones and Thayer Thomas were waived on Tuesday, Aug. 26. TEs Nick Vannett and Giovanni Ricci were released. In addition, FB C.J. Ham (ankle) was designated for return from the Reserve/Injured list and TE Gavin Bartholomew (back) was placed on the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list.
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Vikings | Xazavian Valladay cut Tue Aug 26, 01:46 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Xazavian Valladay was waived Tuesday, Aug. 26, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.
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Vikings | MIN, CAR still working on Adam Thielen deal Tue Aug 26, 01:11 AM
Carolina Panthers WR Adam Thielen would still like to return to the Minnesota Vikings, and the two sides have tried to work on a trade. However, the two sides continue to struggle to agree on compensation.
| Footballguys view: A Minnesota native and Minnesota State University product, Thielen spent the first 10 years of his NFL career with the Vikings. He signed with the Panthers on a three-year pact in 2023. He's gone on to lead the team in receiving in both of his first two campaigns in Carolina, and was given a pay raise for his third back in March. Still, it sounds like a return to Minnesota is still in play. We'll continue to watch for more. |
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Vikings | Minnesota trades Mekhi Blackmon Mon Aug 25, 08:15 PM
Minnesota Vikings CB Mekhi Blackmon was traded to the Indianapolis Colts Monday, Aug. 25, for a 2026 sixth-round draft choice, according to sources.
Link to story Vikings | Three players cut on Sunday Sun Aug 24, 05:26 PM
The Minnesota Vikings waived WR Silas Bolden, WR Robert Lewis and RB Tre Stewart on Sunday, Aug. 24.
Link to story Vikings | Brett Rypien to be released Sun Aug 24, 03:31 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Brett Rypien will be released, a source said Sunday, Aug. 24. He was edged out for the No. 3 job by rookie QB Max Brosmer.
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Vikings | Sam Howell traded to Philadelphia Sun Aug 24, 11:47 AM
The Minnesota Vikings traded QB Sam Howell and a 2027 seventh-round draft pick to the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday, Aug. 24, in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick, according to multiple sources.
Link to story Vikings | Carson Wentz signed Sun Aug 24, 11:37 AM
The Minnesota Vikings signed free-agent QB Carson Wentz (Chiefs) Sunday, Aug. 24, according to multiple sources. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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Vikings | MIN taking a look at Carson Wentz Sat Aug 23, 05:00 PM
Free-agent QB Carson Wentz (Chiefs) is working out for the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, Aug. 23, according to a source.
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