Free agency will determine the Minnesota Vikings’ priorities in the 2025 NFL Draft. Will they sign multiple interior defensive linemen? How will they improve the interior of their offensive line? Will cornerback Byron Murphy Jr. or running back Aaron Jones test the market? The answers to those questions will affect Minnesota’s plans. The team will… Continue reading Vikings mock draft 2.0: Making sure Minnesota gets D-line help and an impact running back
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NFC Notes: Bears, Lions, Sam Darnold, Vikings
Bears Lions Lions new OC John Morton arrived in Detroit after spending the last two years as the Broncos’ pass game coordinator. Denver HC Sean Payton called Morton a “super passionate” and dedicated coach. “Super passionate,” Payton said, via Colton Pouncy of The Athletic. “Man, he works his tail off. He’s great with film study… Continue reading NFC Notes: Bears, Lions, Sam Darnold, Vikings
New England Patriots eyeing astronomical $88 Million deal for Vikings’ standout Byron Murphy to fortify the vulnerable cornerback zone
New England Patriots’ Cornerback Conundrum The New England Patriots are facing a significant challenge in their cornerback lineup, with uncertainty looming over the departure of veteran Jonathan Jones in free agency. While Christian Gonzalez stands out as a formidable young cornerback, the Patriots lack depth and quality in the position. With ample cap room available,… Continue reading New England Patriots eyeing astronomical $88 Million deal for Vikings’ standout Byron Murphy to fortify the vulnerable cornerback zone
Vikings decline to use franchise tag on Sam Darnold; QB appears set to become a free agent | Sports
MINNEAPOLIS (TNS)— If the Minnesota Vikings plan to bring Sam Darnold back for the 2025 season, they’ll have to agree to a new contract with him, likely before the start of free agency next week. Otherwise, they’ll have a new starting quarterback for the third consecutive year. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is… Continue reading Vikings decline to use franchise tag on Sam Darnold; QB appears set to become a free agent | Sports
NFC Notes: Justin Jefferson, Vikings, Bears & Packers Combine Meetings
Bears Packers Vikings Vikings star WR Justin Jefferson was asked about his team’s quarterback situation during his appearance on The Pat McAfee Show on Monday. “I’m not sure who the quarterback is gonna be, and just like I said last year, it truly doesn’t matter personally, to me,” Jefferson told McAfee.… Continue reading NFC Notes: Justin Jefferson, Vikings, Bears & Packers Combine Meetings
Kirk Herbstreit: Minnesota Vikings will go to another level with JJ McCarthy as starting QB
Kirk Herbstreit said the Minnesota Vikings are about to go to anther level with JJ McCarthy at quarterback in 2025. With the Vikings electing to not franchise tag or re-sign, as of now, Sam Darnold and let him walk to free agency, McCarthy is ready to step up. Herbstreit equated it to how McCarthy stepped… Continue reading Kirk Herbstreit: Minnesota Vikings will go to another level with JJ McCarthy as starting QB
Unleashing Sam Darnold into free agent minefield
Vikings Opt Out of Franchise Tag for Sam Darnold The Minnesota Vikings have made a strategic decision not to use the franchise tag on quarterback Sam Darnold, as reported by NFL insiders Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport. This move comes ahead of the looming deadline and would have entailed a hefty $40.2 million on a… Continue reading Unleashing Sam Darnold into free agent minefield
Vikings unlikely to tag Darnold, but still hope to sign him
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is unlikely to be franchise tagged ahead of Tuesday’s 4 p.m. ET deadline, league sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Minnesota still is interested in working to re-sign Darnold, but it is likely to be without any tag, the sources said. Darnold, 27, blossomed in the Minnesota Vikings’ scheme last season,… Continue reading Vikings unlikely to tag Darnold, but still hope to sign him
Will Carter’s Old-School Grit Save or Destroy the Vikings O-Line?
In this episode of Two Old Bloggers, a Vikings 1st & SKOL production partnered with the Fans First Sports Network, hosts Darren Campbell and Dave Stefano dive into the Minnesota Vikings’ offseason moves as of March 3, 2025. The centerpiece is the controversial hiring of Keith Carter, ex-Jets O-line coach, as assistant offensive line coach… Continue reading Will Carter’s Old-School Grit Save or Destroy the Vikings O-Line?
What I heard about the Vikings at the NFL combine: Expect a flurry of moves in free agency
INDIANAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings’ decision-makers did not waste time at the NFL Scouting Combine. They met with agents, interviewed players and set the table for what is certain to be a busy next couple of weeks. By Tuesday, the team must decide whether to place a tag on quarterback Sam Darnold. Deadlines late in… Continue reading What I heard about the Vikings at the NFL combine: Expect a flurry of moves in free agency