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Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) celebrates after a play during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium.

The Vikings' medical staff has some evaluating to do on a few important players.

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The Vikings' medical staff has some evaluating to do on a few important players.

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Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) celebrates with quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) after a Vikings touchdown during the second half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

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J.J. McCarthy was outstanding as the Minnesota Vikings overcame the bitter pill of being eliminated from playoff contention earlier in the day to put the Dallas Cowboys on the brink of elimination with a 34-26 victory at Arlington Stadium on Sunday night.

Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) runs for a touchdown during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium.

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J.J. McCarthy threw two touchdown passes and ran for a third score in an impressive Vikings victory.

Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) scrambles during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

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If J.J. McCarthy felt like he was in a washing machine during his first six starts, as he told NBC before Sunday night's Vikings-Cowboys game, the door has opened, allowing him to play with a ton of confidence.

Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) throws during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium.

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Cris Collinsworth had some interesting analysis after a great play by McCarthy.

Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw (71) blocking for quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9).

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Christian Darrisaw is inactive for tonight's game against the Cowboys.

Dec 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell during the first half at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

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The Minnesota Vikings have been eliminated from the playoffs, marking the fourth time in the last six seasons that they've failed to reach the postseason tournament.

Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores remains one of the best in the business.

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Flores does not appear to be a major candidate for a head-coaching vacancy in 2026.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) gets set to accept a snap in the fourth quarter during an NFL Week 1 football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati. The Cincinnati Bengals won, 27-24.

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The Vikings would have to do some cap gymnastics to fit Burrow's contract into their books.

Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw (71) lined up against the Browns in London.

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It's unclear if the Vikings will have their star left tackle available for Sunday night's game.

J.J. McCarthy and Dak Prescott make up this week's quarterback matchup on Sunday Night Football.

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Will J.J. McCarthy and the Vikings have the firepower to keep up with Dallas in primetime?

Dec 4, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field.

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A high-powered Dallas offense will likely force Minnesota to throw the ball to keep pace.

Dec 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson (87) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Washington Commanders during the second half at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

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While a miracle path to the playoffs still exists, the more realistic outcome is that the Minnesota Vikings will miss the playoffs and be picking in the top half of the 2026 NFL Draft. Just how high will they pick?

J.J. McCarthy and Justin Jefferson are still trying to dial in their connection.

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Jefferson has played seven games with McCarthy and been held below 50 receiving yards in five of them.

Nov 20, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (88) carries the ball during the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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Is Lamb going to play against the Vikings after picking up a concussion last week?

Dec 16, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Former Louisiana State University teammates, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9), left, and Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) great each other after the game at Paycor Stadium.

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Let's imagine a world where Burrow asks for a trade from Cincinnati and the Vikings make a massive offer.

Nov 15, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers cornerback Mansoor Delane (4) reacts to a stop on fourth down against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the second half at Tiger Stadium.

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Mansoor Delane could be a perfect fit for Brian Flores' defense and the Vikings' needs.

Nov 20, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) and center Tyler Biadasz (63) in action during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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If Minnesota can't make the playoffs, the next-best thing might be doing their part to help prevent the Cowboys from getting in. Remember, the Green Bay Packers are a legit Super Bowl contender largely because Jerry Jones traded them Micah Parsons.

Nov 30, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson (87) makes a catch during the second half against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

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Hockenson did not participate in Minnesota's Wednesday practice.

Dec 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell during the first half at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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It'll take a minor miracle for the Vikings' teeny tiny playoff hopes to even make it to Week 16 intact.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones (17) gets up off the turf after being injured in a play in the first quarter during an NFL football game at EverBank Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]before an NFL football game at EverBank Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]

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Jones tore his Achilles on Sunday, ending a remarkable rebound season for the former Vikings backup quarterback.

Dec 23, 2007; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA: Minnesota Vikings tight end (40) Jim Kleinsasser scores a touchdown against the Washington Redskins at the Metrodome. Redskins win 32-21.

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Jim Kleinsasser was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame on Tuesday.

Dec 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) reacts with Washington Commanders cornerback Mike Sainristil (0) after the game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

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"Nine" was amazing in Minnesota's win over Detroit back in November, but J.J. McCarthy's struggles in the games that followed turned his alter ego, "Nine," into a meme and the laughing stock of the National Football League.

J.J. McCarthy throws a pass against the Commanders in Week 14.

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The numbers were very promising for McCarthy. But what exactly did we learn from this one?

Dec 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (86) is carted off the field after an injury during the second half at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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It was an unfortunate play that led to a significant injury for Ertz, but Kevin O'Connell said there was no malicious intent behind it.