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Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (23) reacts after intercepting a pass during the first quarter of the wild card playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys Sunday, January 14, 2024 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Report: Vikings haven’t contacted Jaire Alexander following Packers release

Hours into former Packers corner Jaire Alexander's first taste of free agency, he still reportedly hasn't heard from the Vikings.

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Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (23) reacts after intercepting a pass during the first quarter of the wild card playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys Sunday, January 14, 2024 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
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Report: Vikings haven’t contacted Jaire Alexander following Packers release

Hours into former Packers corner Jaire Alexander's first taste of free agency, he still reportedly hasn't heard from the Vikings.

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Aug 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) under center against the Las Vegas Raiders in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images
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Vikings reportedly passed on Rodgers for 'three year window' with J.J. McCarthy

Minnesota had a lot of options this offseason, but they're confident with McCarthy at quarterback.

Tony Liebert
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Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Minnesota Vikings safety Josh Metellus (44) runs up field before the game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium.
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Key Vikings defender "holding in" as he awaits contract extension?

Josh Metellus has been a limited participant in OTA practices thus far, and there's a logical reason why that might be the case.

Will Ragatz
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Dec 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) and Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell talk after the game at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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NFL insider still thinks Vikings should trade for Kirk Cousins

Even after the Vikings filled their backup QB vacancy with Sam Howell, the Cousins speculation won't die.

Will Ragatz
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Nov 11, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) meets with Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey (5) following the game at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
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Insider scoop: Jalen Ramsey linked to 3 teams. Vikings a long shot?

Jalen Ramsey would be an incredible addition to the Minnesota Vikings, but is the chance that Minnesota trades for him even realistic?

Joe Nelson
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Nov 23, 2024; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears former quarterback Aaron Rodgers stands on the field before the start of the second quarter against the Stanford Cardinal at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Waiting in case J.J. McCarthy gets injured? The latest Aaron Rodgers speculation

Asked by Vikings radio announcer Paul Allen if Rodgers might be waiting in case J.J. McCarthy suffers an injury during the summer, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler said he still believes Rodgers will end up with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Joe Nelson
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Jan 5, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey (5) celebrates a defensive stop during the first quarteragainst the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Reputable Vikings insider doesn't think Jalen Ramsey speculation is crazy

Is there any chance that All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey gets traded to the Minnesota Vikings?

Joe Nelson
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Oct 27, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey (5) block a pass from Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Jalen Ramsey trade buzz: Vikings named 'awesome fit' by former NFL star

Three-time All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey wants out of Miami, and the Vikings make sense as a realistic candidate to make a trade with the Dolphins.

Tony Liebert
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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Brett Rypien (19) warms up before an NFL football matchup Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024 at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
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Insider expects 'legit battle' between Sam Howell and Brett Rypien for backup spot

Don't assume Howell is Minnesota's backup quarterback next season.

Tony Liebert
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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers during the third quarter of their game against the Miami Dolphins at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Jan. 5, 2025.
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Insider says some NFL teams believe Aaron Rodgers is still 'waiting out the Vikings'

Rodgers has a standing offer with Pittsburgh, but still hasn't signed a contract.

Apr 28, 2007; New York, NY, USA; NFL commissioner Roger Goodell introduces running back Adrian Peterson (Oklahoma) as the number seven overall pick to the Minnesota Vikings in the 2007 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Mandatory Credit: Photo by Pouya Dianat-Imagn Images © Copyright Pouya Dianat
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Adrian Peterson admits he wanted to slip in 2007 draft to play for hometown Texans

Minnesota's decision to draft Peterson No. 7 overall seemed to work out well for both sides.

Tony Liebert
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Sep 8, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey (5) runs onto the field before the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Jalen Ramsey wants out of Miami and the Vikings would be a great fit

One of the biggest things the Minnesota Vikings have to prove in 2025-26 is that cornerback room will be as talented and deep as it was last season after they let Stephon Gilmore and Shaq Griffin leave in free agency.

Joe Nelson
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Jan 22, 2022; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; A general overall view of the AFC Divisional playoff logo at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Big playoff changes could come as NFL owners meet in Minnesota next week

The teams with the seven best records would make the playoffs, and a division title wouldn't guarantee a top-four seed and a home game in the first round.

Joe Nelson
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Dec 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes against the Minnesota Vikings linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel (43) in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images
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'I need to go to the Vikings': Book details Caleb Williams' dream of playing for Minnesota

If Caleb Williams had it his way, he'd be the starting quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings.

Joe Nelson
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Minnesota Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman (51) celebrates sacking Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) in the fourth quarter during their football game Sunday, December 29, 2024, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Full (leaked, unofficial) 2025 Vikings schedule includes 7 national TV games

The NFL schedule release is happening at 7 p.m. CT, but we might know the whole thing before the release becomes official.

Joe Nelson, Will Ragatz
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Nov 24, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) runs after a catch against the Chicago Bears during overtime at Soldier Field.
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Schedule leak: Vikings to open 2025 season in Chicago on Monday night

J.J. McCarthy's first NFL start will reportedly be against the Bears on MNF in Week 1.

Will Ragatz
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Dec 11, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions fans dressed up in a Christmas theme during the first quarter of a game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images
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Schedule leak: Vikings to host Lions on Christmas Day

It looks like Vikings fans will be busy watching football on Christmas Day this year.

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Feb 2, 2025; Orlando, FL, USA; Minnesota Vikings mascot Viktor during the 2025 Pro Bowl Games at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Live updates: Tracking Minnesota Vikings schedule leaks and rumors

The NFL schedule release for the 2025 season is Wednesday, but some leaks and rumors have been funneled down the social media pipelines. Regardless, the rumors and leaks are already happening and we're here to track it all.

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Minnesota Vikings fans pose with mascot Viktor and cheerleaders before a game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Oct. 6, 2024.
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More rumors tie Vikings to international games in back-to-back weeks

Rumor has it Minnesota will face the Steelers in Dublin in Week 4 and the Browns in London the next week.

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Daniel Jones against the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild-card game at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., on Jan. 13, 2025.
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Report: Vikings pulled their offer to quarterback Daniel Jones

Jones joined Minnesota midway through the 2024 season, signing to its practice squad.

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Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) is tackled by Minnesota Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman (51) in the fourth quarter during their football game Sunday, December 29, 2024, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Schedule rumor: Vikings opening 2025 season against NFC North rival?

Are the Vikings going to play the Packers, Lions, or Bears in Week 1? It's just a rumor...

Dec 9, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; The line of scrimmage between the Minnesota Vikings and the Pittsburgh Steelers at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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Report: Vikings to play Steelers in Ireland in Week 4 of NFL schedule

While it hasn't been confirmed, one Pittsburgh sports radio figure is reporting that the Vikings and Steelers will play in Dublin on September 28.

Will Ragatz
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Michigan defensive back Jyaire Hill (20) warms up before the start of the game against Fresno State at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024.
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Way-too-early 2026 NFL mock drafts have the Vikings taking these 5 players

Even if we're a year away, it's still fun to see who experts like Todd McShay are linking to the Vikings in the 2026 draft.

Joe Nelson
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Aug 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA;  Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) and head coach Kevin O'Connell react before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
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Kevin O'Connell explains why J.J. McCarthy hasn't been named Vikings' starting QB

Why haven't the Minnesota Vikings declared J.J. McCarthy as the starting quarterback yet? It's clear that he's the guy, but why won't head coach Kevin O'Connell say publicly what appears to be so obvious?

Joe Nelson
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Oct 20, 2024; London, United Kingdom; A general overall view of Wembley Stadium, the site of an NFL International Series game between the New England Patriots and the Jacksonville Jaguars. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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NFL insider suggests Vikings could play multiple overseas games in 2025

When asked by a follower if he knows how many primetime games the Vikings will play in 2025, Alec Lewis said he was unsure before quickly changing lanes to speculate about multiple international games.

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