Joe Nelson

Joined: Jun 1, 2024

Joe Nelson has more than 20 years of experience in Minnesota sports journalism. Nelson began his career in sports radio, working at smaller stations in Marshall and St. Cloud before moving to the highly-rated KFAN-FM 100.3 in the Twin Cities. While there, he produced the popular mid-morning show hosted by Minnesota Vikings play-by-play announcer Paul Allen. His time in radio laid the groundwork for his transition to sports writing in 2011. He covers the Vikings, Timberwolves, Gophers and Twins for On SI.

Dec 24, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (97) celebrates a tackle against the Minnesota Vikings during the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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The Vikings have an aging roster that will be infused with talented youth, and some of the newcomers could steal starting jobs from the veterans.

Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (left) at Isaiah Rodgers' (right) celebrity basketball game in Tampa, Florida, on April 4, 2026.

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A.J. Brown attended a celebrity basketball game in Florida that was hosted by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers on Saturday, and he posed for a photo with Rodgers while a Vikings towel was draped on his shoulders.

Apr 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Laquon Treadwell (Mississippi) with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell after being selected by the Minnesota Vikings as the number twenty-three overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft at Auditorium Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Minnesota hit on stars like Justin Jefferson, Dalvin Cook, Brian O'Neill, and Christian Darrisaw, but there are far more misses than hits over the past 10 drafts.

Jan 4, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell is seen during warmups prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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When the Vikings avoid turning the football over, the results are overwhelmingly good. Since 2022, O'Connell's Vikings are a staggering 35-5 when they don't lose the turnover battle, but just 8-22 when they do.

Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell reacts on the sideline during a game against the Cowboys in 2025.

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Based on Brzezinski's comment, the state of the roster, and expected draft goals, we can logically identify players who might not be on the roster by the time Week 1 comes around in September.

Blake Brandel prepares to snap the ball at center for the Minnesota Vikings during a 2025 game against the Chicago Bears.

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The Vikings still have big roster decisions to make, but it sounds like they already have a plan to complete the offensive line.

Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Georgia State wideout Ted Hurst (WO24) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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How long Hurst has to wait to hear his name called during the April 23-25 NFL Draft is to be determined, but if the Vikings really want him, they might not be able to wait very long.

Dec 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Adam Thielen (16) catches the ball in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

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Thielen's wild final season with Minnesota didn't go as planned, but it gave him a chance to experience Aaron Rodgers in an intense football setting.

Sep 22, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) celebrates his sack against the Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

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Whether or not star Vikings edge rusher Jonathan Greenard gets traded continues to be a major storyline this offseason

Nov 1, 2024; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Georgia State Panthers wide receiver Ted Hurst (16) makes a touchdown catch against the Connecticut Huskies in the second quarter at Rentschler Field at Pratt & Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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Four of the eight names leaked so far could be players the Vikings select on Day 2, or perhaps even in the first round, in the case of a certain linebacker from Texas.

Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58), linebacker Eric Wilson (55) and linebacker Andrew van Ginkel (43) celebrate after a play during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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The Vikings haven't done much in free agency this offseason, but there's been enough roster turnover to provide a fair assessment of each position group and determine where the team has improved or regressed compared to last season. Let's break it down...

Former Minnesota Vikings tight end Stu Voigt announces the team’s selection with the 102nd overall pick during the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The draft runs through April 26.
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Minnesota officials are pushing hard to host the 2028 NFL Draft, and leaders of Minnesota Sports & Events (MSE) say they have submitted a bid to host the three-day event in downtown Minneapolis.

Joe Nelson

Joined: Jun 1, 2024

Vikings Have a Dubious Connection to the Dexter Lawrence Trade

Vikings Reportedly Holding Private Workout with All-American Punter

One Perfect WR Target for the Vikings in Every Round of the NFL Draft

New Intel Suggests Vikings Could Pass on Key Positions in Round 1

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Vikings Veterans Who Could Lose Starting Jobs to Rookies in 2026

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Why Was A.J. Brown Wearing a Vikings Towel With Isaiah Rodgers?

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Ranking Every Vikings Draft Class of the Last Decade: It's Not Pretty

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Vikings Finally Have the Quarterbacks to Unleash KOC's Proven Winning Formula

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5 Players Who Might Not Be on the Vikings' Roster by Week 1

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Kevin O'Connell Hints at Starting Center Plan, Jonathan Greenard's Future

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Is Ted Hurst Climbing Into 'Can't-Pass-on-Him' Territory for the Vikings?

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Adam Thielen Explains 'Wild' Experience With Aaron Rodgers

Why the Vikings Can Afford to Wait on a Jonathan Greenard Trade

From Local Star to First-Round Talent: Inside Vikings' Early Visit Targets

Vikings Position Groups That Got Better and Worse So Far This Offseason

Minnesota Aims to Host the 2028 NFL Draft in Minneapolis