It’s gameday. And, at long last, J.J. McCarthy’s time. There is almost a defiant sense of empowerment in the Vikings’ plan with the QB for 2025. So far, it has produced his characteristic energy. “He glows. And when you’re around him, you glow also.” t.co/tKNxWzJsco

The 10 things I’ll be watching at Vikings training camp. Let’s ride. www.nytimes.com/athletic/650...

What’s J.J. McCarthy’s mindset with all eyes on him as Vikings training camp dawns? Glad you asked. Some perspective from the folks who know him best: www.nytimes.com/athletic/650...

Fun new Ep of the pod with @ollieconnolly.bsky.social... — His J.J. McCarthy eval — McCarthy arm convo — Ryan Kelly/Will Fries raving — Brian Flores's next evolution Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pj10...

Some thoughts on the Vikings and Ryan Kelly and what’s next www.nytimes.com/athletic/619...

Jeff Okudah will likely be in play for Vikings, yes.

Just for timing purposes: The Jonathan Allen visit with the Vikings is happening this afternoon. Couple hours from now.

Vikings identified Isaiah Rodgers early. Was starter in Indy before gambling suspension in ‘23. Slight, but swift and competitive.

Vikings still very much in IDL market. Similar to last year with Christian Wilkins — they just prefer not to pay at top of market. More strategic (with comp picks in mind, too).

Alrighty, here’s the Vikings free agency tracker. Updates over here: www.nytimes.com/athletic/618...

A family will be watching the Vikings tonight in the DC area. A mother, a father and a brother. Why this team has meant as much as it has to the Jacksons over what has been the hardest five months of their lives 🕊️: www.nytimes.com/athletic/605...

A head coach who says he trusts his players, then backs it up. A DC who is willing to do *whatever* it takes, and players who believe wholeheartedly. A QB thriving. A special skill group. These Vikings, a great story, have stamped themselves as a force: www.nytimes.com/athletic/602...

Well-designed NFL offense is easy to spot when it’s something funky. Crazy motions, trick plays, etc. The Vikings don’t do a ton of that. The intentionality behind *this* system is the special sauce 👇👇👇 www.nytimes.com/athletic/601...

NFL teams and QBs are inextricably linked. But the Vikings and Sam Darnold relationship feel deeper. It's the belief amid ample doubt, and a QB & team becoming undeniable together. An ode to the latest chapter 👇 www.nytimes.com/athletic/601...

Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell leans on unlikely source for guidance: Hall of Famer Bill Cowher www.nytimes.com/athletic/600...

New Ep of the pod with Pete Bercich presented by First Resource Bank... — Seahawks game thoughts — Vikings run defense of late — On Sam Darnold's play — Ivan Pace Jr.'s value — And more Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIYm...

He breakdances. He moonwalks. He thinks about this for hours. Cam Bynum is, unquestionably, the best celebrator in the NFL. How did this happen? It’s a story about a coach, supportive parents and so much more: www.nytimes.com/athletic/599...

Usher liked his social media post. Lindsay Lohan and Marlon Wayans have praised his talents. He even received a message from the Jabbawockeez. This is what life is currently like for Cam Bynum, the best celebrator in the NFL, writes @aleclewis.bsky.social. www.nytimes.com/athletic/599...

New Ep of the pod with Ben Leber! Presented by First Resource Bank... — What was going through his mind during Falcons game — The job Kevin O'Connell has done — Biggest concerns down the stretch — Future at QB thoughts Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3rjj...

The conversation regarding Sam Darnold’s future is unavoidable. It involves a relevant team, a resurgent quarterback, a highly touted youngster, NFL team-building strategies, big-money contracts & more. So what’s going to happen? The multiple paths www.nytimes.com/athletic/598...

Credit for this Vikings’ 11-2 season goes a lot of places. But even those typically tie back to the head coach. Why Kevin O’Connell deserves the attention he’s getting: www.nytimes.com/athletic/598...

He gave the fans what they wanted. And the fans gave him what he hasn’t had since USC. What this town embracing Sam Darnold looked and felt like in real time: www.nytimes.com/athletic/597...

The Vikings-Falcons preview with @jonkrawczynski.bsky.social! • What we’re watching • Biggest concerns • Most interesting matchup • Advanced data breakdown • Predictions www.nytimes.com/athletic/597...

This is going as expected. They’re all treating Kirk Cousins’ return to Minnesota in ho-hum fashion. But this is more than that. This is six years of memories — highs, lows, joy, frustration, validation. And all of that matters: www.nytimes.com/athletic/597...

New podcast ep with Paul Allen presented by First Resource Bank... — On Kirk Cousins' return — NFC North chances — Kevin O'Connell's play-calling — And more Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXW7...

One HC called him the most underrated edge player in the NFL. Vikings DC Brian Flores says every week “we’re lucky to have him.” Jonathan Greenard has earned his place among the elites with an almost jarring level of consistency: www.nytimes.com/athletic/596...

The 2024 Vikings are an enigma. It's Dec 1. They're 10-2. And yet it's been a grind. Some thoughts about why after today's win vs. Cardinals, and why it's much different than 2022: www.nytimes.com/athletic/596...

Fourth down. One stop to cap it. Shaq Griffin pick. And the Vikings are going to go to 10-2. Wild, wild, wild, wild, wild.

Fourth down. One stop to cap it. Shaq Griffin pick. And the Vikings are going to go to 10-2. Wild, wild, wild, wild, wild.

Un-freaking-believable. Sam Darnold finds Aaron Jones for a TD, and the Vikings lead this football game. Darnold and Kevin O'Connell with a pretty cool celly there.

Man, oh man. What a beautiful connect b/w Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson there. Jefferson finds zone pocket, and Darnold drills him. Big-time stuff.

The Cardinals left the door ajar. It's 22-16 with 3:20 left. Can Sam Darnold do it again?

You gotta give this Cards staff credit. Came very prepared. They're running against the light third-down front, just like Lions did earlier in year in red zone.

Man. Sam Darnold had TD to Aaron Jones on that drive. Couldn't hang on. Parker Romo cuts it to 3. This'll be a good finish.

Kyler tried a little loopdy do and it didn't work. Threw a pick to Byron Murphy Jr. The Vikings are in this game, and this place has energy.

The offense is breathing. All sparked by that Cam Akers run. Darnold finds Johnny Mundt, and this place has life.

Kyler Murray finds Marvin Harrison Jr. in the end zone atop Fabian Moreau. Cardinals are — and, really, have been all day — in complete control of this game

Patrick Jones II is hurt and down.

The boo birds are out. Vikings go 3 and out. Just nothing. Not picking up pressures, not finding Justin Jefferson, not running the ball well enough.

Felt like relying on Romo in this one was going to make it quite tough. Offense just has no flow.

Vikings CB Stephon Gilmore is QUESTIONABLE with hamstring injury.

HALFTIME // Cardinals 9, Vikings 6. Feels like Arizona is winning by much more. Your thoughts?

Vikings CB Stephon Gilmore is walking slowly into the locker room.

Vikings CB Stephon Gilmore isn't in game. It's Byron Murphy Jr., Shaq Griffin and Fabian Moreau. Believe Gilmore might be in medical tent.

New Ep of the pod with @phnxsports.bsky.social's Craig Morgan — Presented by First Resource Bank... • What to expect from Kyler Murray • Brian Flores vs. Cards front • Trey McBride & Marvin Harrison Jr. plan • More Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=31Mn...

The weekly preview with @jonkrawczynski.bsky.social! On Vikings-Cardinals... • What we're watching • Biggest concerns • Most interesting matchups • Advanced metric profile • Predictions www.nytimes.com/athletic/595...

If you really think about it, the reason the Vikings would be interested in Daniel Jones is the same reason Daniel Jones would be interested in the Vikings. On a franchise that shows how much it values the QB position, and another QB who noticed: www.nytimes.com/athletic/595...

The statistics say he should not be here. Two Achilles tears? In three years? At running back? What Cam Akers is doing is inspiring, emotional and revelatory: www.nytimes.com/athletic/595...

Justin Jefferson is as rare as he is for countless reasons. One of the most underrated ones was on display again Sunday. He has always been aware, understanding, committed to team over self. It can’t be taken for granted: www.nytimes.com/athletic/594...

Justin Jefferson is as rare as he is for countless reasons. One of the most underrated ones was on display again Sunday. He has always been aware, understanding, committed to team over self. It can’t be taken for granted: www.nytimes.com/athletic/594...