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Can we reduce the chance of J.J. McCarthy being the Vikings' Week 1 starter in 2026 to about 10 percent? Based on a conversation between respected beat reporters at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, that might be too high.
Joe Nelson|
Matt Verderame|
Will Ragatz|
Mike Kadlick|
Will Ragatz|
While the competition committee says the game is “in a good place,” some changes could still be made.
Mike Kadlick|
If J.J. McCarthy can't turn it around, and the Vikings don't somehow land a franchise QB this offseason, the 2027 draft could hold the answer for Minnesota.
Jonathan Harrison|
Jones appears to be a likely cap casualty for the Vikings, who need to get more explosive at the running back position.
Will Ragatz|
Carolina could pounce on potential cut players if the opportunity arises
Preston Palm|
When the Bills whiffed on E.J. Manuel, they eventually set a winning plan into motion ahead of the 2018 NFL Draft. Minnesota should mimic that strategy.
Joe Nelson|
The Minnesota Vikings have announced the death of former cornerback Ronyell Whitaker at the age of 46.
Adam Uren|
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has joined his players in expressing their devastation over the death of wide receiver Rondale Moore at the age of 25.
Adam Uren|
Rondale Moore spent the 2025 season with the Vikings.
Eva Geitheim|
Tragedy has struck the Minnesota Vikings with news breaking Saturday night that wide receiver Rondale Moore has died at 25 years old. His cause of death is under investigation.

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