Will Ragatz

Will Ragatz

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Will Ragatz is a senior writer for Vikings On SI, who also covers the Twins, Timberwolves, Gophers, and other Minnesota teams. He is a credentialed Minnesota Vikings beat reporter, covering the team extensively at practices, games and throughout the NFL draft and free agency period. Ragatz attended Northwestern University, where he studied at the prestigious Medill School of Journalism. During his time as a student, he covered Northwestern Wildcats football and basketball for SB Nation’s Inside NU, eventually serving as co-editor-in-chief in his junior year. In the fall of 2018, Will interned in Sports Illustrated’s newsroom in New York City, where he wrote articles on Major League Baseball, college football, and college basketball for SI.com.

Dec 1, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) throws a pass against the Minnesota Vikings during the second quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Vikings vs. Bears

Jan 13, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Minnesota Vikings assistant wide receivers coach Tony Sorrentino against the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium.

Oct 23, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Javon Hargrave (97) gets pressure on Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) during the first half at SoFi Stadium.

Aug 31, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies wide receiver Donavon Greene (3) tries to make a one handed catch behind South Carolina Gamecocks defensive back Brandon Cisse (15) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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Brandon Cisse isn't one of the most prominent names at corner in this draft class, but that may change after the NFL combine.

Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Banks (88) hypes the crowd during the first half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, October 7, 2023.

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These four selections would all help the Vikings get back to the playoffs in 2026.

Nov 12, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) passes against the Minnesota Vikings in the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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Rodgers may not end up as an option for the Vikings. Could Carr be a new possibility?

Feb 6, 2026; San Francisco, CA, USA; Kirk Cousins on the Opening Drive show at the SiriusXM NFL radio set at the Super Bowl LX media center at the Moscone Center.

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If the circumstances are right, Cousins could be interested in re-joining the Vikings this offseason.

Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jalen Nailor (1) celebrates after a touchdown catch during the second half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium.

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These are our guesses at the likelihood of each Vikings free agent being back with the team this year.

Oct 5, 2025; Tottenham, United Kingdom; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell reacts after a play against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter of an NFL International Series game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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The Athletic's Dianna Russini included some Vikings QB intel in her latest article.

Nov 23, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; General view of an Minnesota Vikings helmet during the warmups prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.

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Longtime salary cap expert Matt Thomas is joining the front office for the next few months.

Jan 13, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight ends coach Brian Angelichio against the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium.

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The NFL coaching cycle isn't quite done churning, and the Vikings now have another key opening on their staff.

New England Patriots quarterback Joshua Dobbs (11) throws the ball during a game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium, Dec 28, 2025, East Rutherford, NJ, USA.

Maye is reportedly dealing with a shoulder injury. If he can't play, the Super Bowl would be a battle of two former Vikings QBs.

Jan 28, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; National Team defensive tackle Lee Hunter (10) of Texas Tech practices during National Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium.

These draft prospects shined last week in Mobile, AL, and could be fits for the Vikings.

Dec 21, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell during the first half at MetLife Stadium.

Rob Brzezinski is officially in charge of football operations. But let's be clear: This is KOC's show.

Jan 13, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores against the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium.

Flores will be paid handsomely to continue leading Minnesota's defense in 2026 (and perhaps beyond).