Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings place kicker Will Reichard (16) celebrates with fans after a game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

Baby-faced Vikings kicker Will Reichard sometimes gets stopped by security because he doesn't look like a typical football player. Not exactly the most well-recognized First Team All-Pro in NFL history, eh?

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Baby-faced Vikings kicker Will Reichard sometimes gets stopped by security because he doesn't look like a typical football player. Not exactly the most well-recognized First Team All-Pro in NFL history, eh?

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Oct 23, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) reacts after making a touchdown during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Jordan Addison was arrested on Monday for probable cause trespassing, though his legal team says it is "reviewing the viability of a claim for false arrest."

Jan 13, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Minnesota Vikings outside linebackers coach Mike Pettine against the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium.

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Mike Pettine is calling it a career after over two decades of coaching in the NFL.

Jan 4, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) walks off the field after the game against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Kwesi Adofo-Mensah acknowledged missteps in Daniel Jones’ free agency and said the Vikings gave J.J. McCarthy QB1 with limited information, leaving the door open for quarterback competition.

Dec 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) looks on during warmups before the game against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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The Vikings have decisions to make about Addison's future. His off-the-field actions continue to complicate that discussion.

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

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Thielen played for the Panthers, Vikings, and Steelers in his final season. What he missed out on was overshadowed by a chance to play.

Jan 11, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Eric Kendricks (43) celebrates after breaking up a pass on fourth down against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first quarter in an NFC Wild Card Round game at Lincoln Financial Field.

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Eric Kendricks' game-sealing pass breakup was the highlight of the weekend for ex-Vikings.

Sep 14, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) runs the ball during the second half against the Atlanta Falcons at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Who knows what might've been had the Vikings not been hit so hard by injuries in the first eight quarters of the season.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) stiff-arms Green Bay Packers linebacker Ty'Ron Hopper (59) after a seven yard run during the first quarter of their game Sunday, January 4, 2026 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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J.J. McCarthy's Week 18 game check will be lighter than usual after the NFL fined him for an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty against the Green Bay Packers.

Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson (87) celebrates a touchdown against Detroit Lions during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, November 2, 2025.

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At an estimated $46 million over the 2026 NFL salary cap, the Minnesota Vikings have major roster decisions to make before free agency opens in March.

August 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Joaquin Davis (80) before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Roster construction for the 2026 season is already underway as the Minnesota Vikings have signed eight players to reserve/future contracts, just one day after the regular season ended with a 16-3 victory over the Green Bay Packers.

Jan 4, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) throws a pass against the Green Bay Packers during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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J.J. McCarthy was unable to finish Sunday's win over the Packers due to pain in his throwing hand.

Dec 21, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) and head coach Kevin O'Connell hug before the game at MetLife Stadium.

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KOC chose not to say anything definitive about the future of the Vikings' quarterback position.

Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) celebrates after a touchdown during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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As the Vikings prepare to close the season, their murky QB situation has set the stage for another dramatic offseason.

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore throws a pass as the Oregon Ducks take on the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the Orange Bowl on Jan. 1, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.

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In a world of hypotheticals, one that stands out in 2026 is whether the Minnesota Vikings would be better off with J.J. McCarthy or any of the top quarterbacks who might be entering the upcoming NFL Draft.

[US, Mexico, & Canada customers only] Sep 28, 2025; Dublin, IRELAND; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers reacts after playing against the Minnesota Vikings in a NFL International Series game at Croke Park. Mandatory Credit: Clodagh Kilcoyne/Reuters via Imagn Images

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Barring some sort of situation where Aaron Rodgers is wearing purple and gold in 2026, Minnesota Vikings fans and head coach Kevin O'Connell may forever regret not signing Rodgers when they had the chance.

Dec 14, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) throws a pass against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Whether it's Kyler Murray, Joe Burrow, Aaron Rodgers, or now Lamar Jackson, the Minnesota Vikings' unstable quarterback situation in 2025 has set the tone for what could be another offseason filled with rumors and drama.

Dec 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith (22) eats a steak after the game against the Detroit Lions while being interviewed by Dianna Russini at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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We saw vintage Harrison Smith in Minnesota's Christmas Day win over the Lions.

Dec 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Max Brosmer (12) passes the ball against the Detroit Lions in the second quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Minnesota's defense carried a forgettable offensive performance.

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) catches the ball while warming up before a game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium, Dec 21, 2025, East Rutherford, NJ, USA

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For only the third time in franchise history, the Minnesota Vikings will not, barring any replacement selections, have a player in the Pro Bowl.

Dec 21, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Andrew van Ginkel (43) reacts after a tackle against the New York Giants during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

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After a delicious weekend, the Minnesota Vikings will have an opportunity to eliminate the Detroit Lions, or possibly the Green Bay Packers, from playoff contention.

Dec 21, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) makes a catch against the New York Giants during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

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While J.J. McCarthy's hand injury will consume most of the attention following the Vikings' 16-13 win over the Giants, there were plenty of other talking points that deserve attention. Here are some of them...

Vikings players exit the plane after landing in New York late Saturday night.

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It was nearly 11 p.m. EST on Saturday when the Vikings' team plane touched down in Newark, New Jersey, the result of a mechanical issue that forced pilots to turn the original team flight back to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.

Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw plays at Soldier Field.

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The Vikings say they're taking it one day at a time with Darrisaw, but is he even comfortable stepping on the field again this season?

Justin Jefferson against the Detroit Lions during Week 9 of the 2025 season.

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Will J.J. McCarthy and Justin Jefferson find a rhythm while Minnesota's offense stays hot?