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Minnesota Vikings News and Links: Big Games Today!

Big games today not featuring our Vikings which really stinks! I guess I like the Bills, Seahawks, Texans, and Rams this weekend. Who do you like? Minnesota Vikings News and Links Are we sure Kevin O’Connell deserves the ‘offensive guru’ label? Kevin O’Connell arrived in Minnesota in February 2022, fresh off a Super Bowl victory […]

24 days ago | 3 reads

Will Vikings Trade for Anthony Richardson? A 2026 QB Competition Option

Vikings QB shakeup: Will Anthony Richardson replace J.J. McCarthy? Dive into the drama on The Real Forno Show as Tyler Forness predicts a bold trade. In this episode, hosts Tyler Forness and Dave Stefano analyze the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback competition for 2026, sparked by Kevin O’Connell’s call for competition and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s non-committal stance on […]

25 days ago | 3 reads

Aaron Jones Named Finalist for USAA Salute to Service Award

The three finalists for this year’s Salute to Service Award, sponsored by USAA, were announced earlier on Thursday, and the Minnesota Vikings’ nominee is among them. Vikings running back Aaron Jones has joined Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson and San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey as the finalists for this year’s award. The […]

25 days ago | 4 reads

Minnesota Vikings News and Links: Giddy-up!

Well, boys and girls. Looks like we will continue to beat that horse! The offseason fun/drama is in full effect now. The press conferences from KAM and KOC were interesting. There are a lot of interpretations out there about what their plans are for the QB room. The consensus appears to be that they are […]

26 days ago | 1 read

Brian Flores Scores Two More Interviews

In today’s episode of As the Flores Turns, our beloved defensive coordinator has gotten two more interviews, one of which could turn out to be particularly worrisome for fans of our Minnesota Vikings. According to our friends over at Hogs Haven (among numerous other sources), today Brian Flores interviewed for the vacant defensive coordinator job […]

26 days ago | 3 reads

Jordan Addison Arrested. Again.

UPDATE: The law firm that represents Jordan Addison has released a statement. The statement reads: On Jordan’s behalf, his legal team has already initiated the investigation, identified witnesses, and we are reviewing the viability of a claim for false arrest. He looks forward to the legald process and upon full investigation, we are confident Mr. […]

28 days ago | 2 reads

Minnesota Vikings $50M Cap Crunch 2026?

The Minnesota Vikings are staring down a massive projected $44-50 million overage in effective salary cap space for 2026 after their 2025 spending spree—discover how GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah can fix it with smart cuts, restructures, and extensions in this eye-opening episode of The Real Forno Show! In this insightful episode of The Real Forno Show, […]

28 days ago | 3 reads

Wild Card Monday Playoff Discussion

It’s time to wrap up Wild Card Weekend with the last AFC matchup of the first round. We’re heading to Pittsburgh, as the AFC South champion Pittsburgh Steelers will play host to the Houston Texans. Kickoff for this one will happen at 7:15 PM Central time, and the game will be broadcast on ABC and […]

28 days ago | 3 reads

SB Nation Reacts Results: Of Quarterbacks and Coordinators

We’ve got the results of our SB Nation Reacts poll for this week and the questions we asked our readers about the Minnesota Vikings, so let’s take a look at what everyone is thinking, shall we? Our first question of the week was, as it always is, whether or not everyone thinks the Vikings are […]

29 days ago | 3 reads

Sunday NFL Playoffs Discussion

After a couple of barnburners to start the playoffs yesterday, Wild Card Weekend continues with a tripleheader that’s going to go all Sunday long, and we’ve got a place for you to talk about all three games right here. Things will kick off in Florida in about half an hour or so, with the Jacksonville […]

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30 days ago | 0 reads

Vikings 2026 QB Dilemma, Cap Strategies, and Draft Outlook

Minnesota Vikings fans, dive into this must-listen episode of Two Old Bloggers where Darren Campbell and Dave Stefano break down the team’s 2026 outlook after a 9-8 playoff miss in 2025. Some key topics covered like Vikings quarterback crisis, J.J. McCarthy future, 2026 salary cap, Vikings draft pick 18, and veteran QB trades optimize this […]

30 days ago | 2 reads

Saturday NFL Playoffs Discussion

It’s time for the NFL playoffs to get underway, ladies and gentlemen! And even though our Minnesota Vikings. . .unfortunately. . .aren’t involved, we can still sit back and enjoy all of today’s action, and here’s a spot where you can do it with other Vikings fans. The first game of today’s doubleheader kicks off […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read

Will Reichard, Andrew DePaola Garner All-Pro Honors

The National Football League has announced the All-Pro teams for the 2025 season, and two-thirds of the Minnesota Vikings’ specialists have been recognized for their play this season. Kicker Will Reichard was named a First-Team All-Pro for his performance this past season, while long snapper Andrew DePaola was named to the Second Team. For Reichard, […]

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about 1 month ago | 1 read

And The Award Goes To…

The 2025 Minnesota Vikings’ season is officially over. Nine wins, eight losses, and a whole bunch of “what-ifs.” There was some good and some bad, but overall, given last year’s performance and expectations, without a playoff berth, it’s impossible to call this campaign “successful.” Let’s say it was… passably enjoyable? As we’re gearing up for […]

about 1 month ago | 4 reads

Norse Code Podcast Episode 599: Dreams Do Come True

*****Download Link Here***** Big announcement at the beginning of the show Episode Notes: Follow us on Twitter / Bluesky To listen to more, this is the link to that iTunes feed. If you can’t for whatever reason subscribe via iTunes, subscribe to via our RSS feed, which should support the RSS reader or podcast organizer […]

about 1 month ago | 0 reads

Vikings Offseason Priorities: Coaching Shakeup, CFL Adds & Draft Focus

In this episode of The Real Forno Show, hosted by Tyler Forness with producer Dave Stefano—a Vikings 1st & SKOL production—the duo breaks down the Minnesota Vikings’ critical offseason blueprint after a 9-8 season. Forness emphasizes the uncertainty around defensive coordinator Brian Flores, noting, “His contract expires on January 14th,” and speculates on teams waiting […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Two Teams Request Interview with Top Vikings Defensive Assistant

While much of the focus for Minnesota Vikings fans at the start of this year’s NFL coaching carousel has been on the fate of defensive coordinator Brian Flores, a couple of teams have now requested interviews with the man thought by many to be the top in-house choice to be his successor should he not […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Will Reichard Named NFC Special Teams Player of the Month

Even though he was not named to the Pro Bowl Games for reasons beyond the realm of my comprehension, Minnesota Vikings kicker Will Reichard did garner some recognition that no member of the franchise has gotten in quite a while. It has just been announced that Reichard has been named the NFC’s Special Teams Player […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read

Ravens to Interview Brian Flores for Head Coaching Job

The NFL’s coaching carousel is officially spinning at full speed, and the news that all Minnesota Vikings fans were expecting to hear is now upon us. Numerous sources are reporting that the Baltimore Ravens have requested to interview defensive coordinator Brian Flores for their vacated head coaching position. The Ravens, in a move that came […]

about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Minnesota Vikings News and Links: Will The Vikings Lose Coach Flores?

Coaches are getting let go quickly. Several of the candidates could be possible replacements for Brian Flores should he go elsewhere. Jonathan Gannon might be nice. Who do you like if Flores leaves? The QB situation is, once again, unsettled and some would say a mess. I will always remain hopeful. Minnesota Vikings News and […]

about 1 month ago | 0 reads

Minnesota Vikings Reacts Survey: Asking the Big Questions

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Vikings fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Well, folks, the offseason is officially upon us, and with it comes our first SB Nation […]

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about 1 month ago | 0 reads

Vikings 2026 Offseason Kickoff: McCarthy Struggles, Turner Emerges & First Mock Draft

Vikings enter 2026 offseason—key talks on McCarthy, Turner, mocks. In this episode of The Real Forno Show, hosts Tyler Forness and Dave Stefano dissect the Minnesota Vikings’ 9-8 season wrap-up, focusing on quarterback J.J. McCarthy’s challenges, edge rusher Dallas Turner’s rapid growth, and an early dive into the 2026 NFL Draft with a simulated mock. […]

about 1 month ago | 0 reads

Minnesota Vikings News and Links: Another Offseason QB Debate

Well, it looks like this offseason will be another fantastic debate about the QB position. It has already started with folks settling into their respective camps and very very few willing to change their position (er., mind). I’m not sure what the team is actually going to do but if the people in charge want […]

about 1 month ago | 4 reads

Vikes Views: Nincompoop of the Year

The Minnesota Vikings season has come to an end. It’s a season that ended on a five-game win streak that feels a little superficial. The results weren’t what the team wanted. Coming off a 14-3 season, a 5 win drop is always going to be disappointing. J.J. McCarthy missed more games and the QB position […]

about 1 month ago | 1 read