Tag: Minnesota Vikings

It’s a done deal, and the Minnesota Vikings have no more terribly urgent contract matters. The Minnesota Vikings made a major move by extending a prominent defender, securing Josh Metellus for the foreseeable future. Here’s what the deal means for the purple team. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah extended Josh Metellus’ contract on Saturday, about an […]

The Minnesota Vikings’ offseason has ended, as training camp kicked off this week. The Vikings made plenty of headlines by adding new talent, but the quieter story is the sheer number of veterans who walked out the door. Here’s who left. The offseason was robust for the Vikings, adding several new players in free agency […]

Josh Metellus raised concerns about his tenure with the Minnesota Vikings after limited participation in the OTAs and mandatory minicamp. After three underwhelming seasons following his selection as No. 205 overall in the 2020 NFL Draft, Metellus has risen as one of the most crucial pieces of the defensive line.

The Minnesota Vikings begin their regular season in about six weeks, taking on the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on September 8th. The 2025 Vikings season may come down to just two key factors, believe it or not. If these items don’t go right, a playoff run could be off the table entirely. The team […]

Jared Allen will be wearing a cowboy hat next weekend in Canton for his Hall of Fame induction, the signature apparel that inspired his celebratory calf-roping act after each sack and still serves as a fitting snapshot of his off-the-field life. Raised on a horse ranch in Northern California, Allen was audacious enough at age […]

A season ago, the Minnesota Vikings were easily one of the biggest surprises in the NFL, going 14-3 during the regular season before taking an embarrassing loss in the Wild Card Round of the NFC Playoffs by the Los Angeles Rams. A lot has changed since then, as the Vikings experienced some significant turnover during […]

Justin Jefferson is among the elite wide receivers in the NFL, and sharing the field with him can make a huge impact on those around him. The Vikings’ latest wide receiver addition understands how the four-time Pro Bowler can elevate his career. Minnesota used its third-round pick to add depth at the WR position in […]

Ja’Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson have the NFL world split over the best wide receiver debate. While the Bengals star achieved a “triple crown” last season, leading the league in receptions (127), receiving yards (1,708), and receiving touchdowns (17), Jefferson is the only player to surpass the 7,000-receiving-yard mark in their first five seasons. Although […]

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The time has arrived. Minnesota Vikings training camp is live and in the flesh. From injuries to roster battles, these are the 7 must-watch storylines from Vikings training camp that could shape the 2025 season. Here’s what to know from head to toe. Fans can join the festivities on Saturday, July 25th, and the first […]

After a week off, the Minnesota Vikings rumor mill is back at VikingsTerritory, bringing the heat on all the latest purple theories. This week’s Minnesota Vikings rumors center on Dalton Risner’s next team, Will Fries’ health status, and the buzz surrounding Noah Fant. Have a look at the rumor mill and the latest for the […]

The Minnesota Vikings took a chance moving on to J.J. McCarthy in 2025. But Kevin O’Connell wants McCarthy to be built for long-term solution.

The Minnesota Vikings took a chance moving on to J.J. McCarthy in 2025. But Kevin O’Connell wants McCarthy to be built for long-term solution.

Kevin Seifert is a staff writer who covers the Minnesota Vikings and the NFL at ESPN. Kevin has covered the NFL for over 20 years, joining ESPN in 2008. Training camps have kicked off around the NFL, and our team reporters are on the ground each day following all the action. The Minnesota Vikings’ camp […]

It’s not a coincidence that Aaron Jones set a career high with 306 touches last season and the Vikings went out and acquired Jordan Mason via a trade. How does head coach Kevin O’Connell envision the Vikings deploying their running backs? “It’s Aaron and Jordan,” O’Connell said while emphasizing that both players would get ample […]

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold singed a three-year $100 million contract this offseason. The former USC Trojans star was coming off a career best 2024 season with the Minnesota Vikings, but Minnesota decided to hand over their offense to J.J. McCarthy. Was this the right move for the Vikings? Despite the success they had with […]

The Vikings are attempting to downplay Justin Jefferson’s injury.

The Vikings are attempting to downplay Justin Jefferson’s injury.

The Minnesota Vikings have kicked off their training camp as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season with a new quarterback leading the charge. Former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy is set to take the QB mantle after the team parted ways with Sam Darnold despite a 14-3 season. McCarthy is gearing up for his NFL […]

The Minnesota Vikings have kicked off their training camp as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season with a new quarterback leading the charge. Former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy is set to take the QB mantle after the team parted ways with Sam Darnold despite a 14-3 season. McCarthy is gearing up for his NFL […]