NFL News/ purplePTSD.com / August 17
5 Instant Takeaways from Vikings at Browns ![Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (2) Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (2)](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
![Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (2) Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (2)](https://i0.wp.com/www.yardbarker.com/images/icons/icon-open-new.png)
Kevin O’Connell celebrated last week’s preseason victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. He only had to wait another seven days for his second win as the Vikings came out victorious over the Cleveland Browns.
Minnesota Vikings News/ Vikings Territory / August 17
12 Snap Reactions after Vikings at Browns | Preseason ![Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (4) Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (4)](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
![Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (4) Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (4)](https://i0.wp.com/www.yardbarker.com/images/icons/icon-open-new.png)
Each week, we offer a “snap reactions” piece detailing thoughts and analysis after the latest Minnesota Vikings game. This will be off-the-cuff, a wee bit random, and hopefully insightful.
Lewis Cine News/ Minnesota Sports Fan / August 17
Did Lewis Cine Just Take His Roster Spot Back?
It’s been a difficult training camp and preseason for Minnesota Vikings former first round pick, Lewis Cine. He’s used to that, being his two-year NFL career has been marred by injury and an inability to impress those in charge, while on it.
Minnesota Vikings News/ purplePTSD.com / August 17
Vikings Preseason Game Number 2 Produced a Major Winner ![Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (8) Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (8)](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
![Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (8) Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (8)](https://i0.wp.com/www.yardbarker.com/images/icons/icon-open-new.png)
The Minnesota Vikings are 2-0 in the meaningless preseason standings after coming out victorious in game two versus the Cleveland Browns after beating the Las Vegas Raiders in the previous week.
Ed Ingram News/ Minnesota Sports Fan / August 17
Ed Ingram is Definitely in Danger of Losing His Job
The Minnesota Vikings played on the road against the Cleveland Browns on Saturday, in week two of the NFL preseason. With JJ McCarthy now on injured reserve and Sam Darnold on the sideline in bubble wrap, it was a mostly ‘ho-hum’ afternoon at the Dogpound.
Minnesota Vikings News/ Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 17
Young players shine as Vikings take down Browns for second preseason win
The Vikings are 2-0 in preseason action in 2024. Their backup quarterbacks combined for three touchdown passes, their defense was impactful, and a variety of young players stood out in a 27-12 victory over the Browns on Saturday.
NFL News/ The Daily Norseman / August 17
Minnesota Vikings 27, Cleveland Browns 12: A Solid, Injury-Free Win in Cleveland ![Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (14) Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (14)](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
![Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (14) Minnesota Vikings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (14)](https://i0.wp.com/www.yardbarker.com/images/icons/icon-open-new.png)
A nice outing for the purple After the week that was for the Minnesota Vikings, the most important thing to hope for in Saturday’s preseason game against the Cleveland Browns was to put together some solid performances and get out of Ohio relatively injury-free.
Minnesota Vikings News/ A to Z Sports / August 17
Vikings thrive on offense: Kene Nwangwu and Trishton Jackson stand out vs. Browns
After getting head coach Kevin O'Connell his first win in the preseason last week, the Minnesota Vikings now have a winning streak. They went into Cleveland and beat the Browns by a score of 27-12.
Minnesota Vikings News/ Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 17
5 things that stood out in the Vikings' preseason win over Browns
Lewis Cine put himself back on the roster radar with a brilliant performance in the Vikings' 27-10 win over the Browns in Saturday's preseason game in Cleveland.
Minnesota Vikings News/ Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 17
GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah explains why the Vikings signed Matt Corral
Wanting a fourth quarterback to replace the injured J.J. McCarthy, the Vikings signed Matt Corral on Friday. He was a top-100 pick by the Panthers just two years ago who quickly fell out of the NFL and wound up playing for the UFL's Birmingham Stallions earlier this year.
Trishton Jackson News/ A to Z Sports / August 17
Vikings WR makes a statement for roster spot with electric touchdown against the Browns
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Trishton Jackson has done a lot this offseason to make the 53-man roster. After making it with the Los Angeles Rams in 2020, Jackson has yet to make the initial 53-man roster with the Vikings.
J.J. McCarthy News/ Minnesota Sports Fan / August 17
J.J. McCarthy’s Rookie Show Performance Revealed
Unless you’re team is selected for HBO Hardknocks, it’s not to often you get to see or hear about what goes on behind closed doors of the team facility.
Minnesota Vikings News/ Minnesota Sports Fan / August 17
Minnesota Vikings’ to Pursue Top Wide Receiver Next Offseason?
As of right now, the Minnesota Vikings have the best wide receiver in the NFL. Justin Jefferson is the highest paid wide receiver and rightfully so. Not only do they have Jefferson, but the Vikings spent their 2023 first-round draft pick to select wide receiver Jordan Addison.
NFL News/ A to Z Sports / August 17
Minnesota Vikings reveal plan at quarterback vs. Cleveland Browns
The Minnesota Vikings quarterback position has been talked about more than just about any position group in the National Football League. After moving on from Kirk Cousins, they signed Sam Darnold and drafted J.J.
NFL News/ Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 17
Jim Harbaugh reacts to J.J. McCarthy's season-ending injury
Don't count out J.J. McCarthy from long-term success, even if his rookie season with the Vikings ended before it started when he underwent surgery for a full meniscus repair earlier this week.
Minnesota Vikings News/ A to Z Sports / August 17
NFC North rival criticized for brutal playing surface a week after Vikings debut theirs
The Minnesota Vikings have received a lot of criticism across the league, including from their rivals, about having their home stadium in a dome. The criticism focuses on their history of being the Purple People Eaters and Bud Grant not having heaters on the sideline.
Minnesota Vikings News/ Last Word On Sports / August 17
Why Your Expectations For The Vikings Shouldn’t Change
The Minnesota Vikings opened their season with a 24-23 win against the Las Vegas Raiders. Just a week ago, optimism was at an all-time high. J.J. McCarthy flashed his talent and growth from his college days, throwing for two touchdowns and making plays with his legs.
Matt Corral News/ Pro Football Rumors / August 17
Vikings sign unexpected name to shore up quarterback depth
The Minnesota Vikings surveyed the QB landscape and then signed a forgotten name.
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson has unique description for Sam Darnold's passes
Vikings HC provides injury update on WR Jordan Addison
Vikings Pro Bowl TE could miss start of season
The greatest backup quarterbacks in NFL history
The 'Most prominent quarterbacks in Minnesota Vikings history' quiz
Minnesota Vikings News/ Gridiron Heroics / August 16
Justin Jefferson Sounds Off on Sam Darnold as Minnesota Vikings QB
The Minnesota Vikings offense is going to look a lot different for Justin Jefferson in 2024 than it has at any point during his career. Kirk Cousins is the starting quarterback of the Atlanta Falcons, and Vikings first-round pick J.J.
Jordan Addison News/ Field Level Media / August 15
Vikings coach: WR Jordan Addison (ankle) won't miss extended time
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is not expected to be sidelined for long by his ankle injury, coach Kevin O'Connell announced Thursday. "I don't see him missing any extended time," O'Connell said of Addison, who was carted off the field during Wednesday's joint practice session with the host Cleveland Browns.
T.J. Hockenson News/ Pro Football Rumors / August 15
Vikings Pro Bowl TE could miss start of season
The bad news keeps coming for the Minnesota Vikings.
Why replacing a franchise NFL QB is nearly impossible
The 'Most prominent quarterbacks in Minnesota Vikings history' quiz
Minnesota Vikings News/ Yardbarker / August 15
Vikings HC provides injury update on WR Jordan Addison
The Vikings couldn't afford another severe injury to a star player.
Vikings Pro Bowl TE could miss start of season
Vikings' J.J. McCarthy on wrong side of history after season-ending injury
Vikings HC gives McCarthy massive vote of confidence after injury
The most eye-popping performances in NFL combine history
The 'Most receiving yards in a season by team' quiz
J.J. McCarthy News/ Yardbarker / August 15
Vikings' J.J. McCarthy on wrong side of history after season-ending injury
This isn’t the kind of history McCarthy or the Vikings want.
McCarthy loss could be more damaging to Vikings' future than present
Four QB options for the Vikings
Vikings WR carted off field with injury during training camp
Lions HC anticipates getting good news about Jahmyr Gibbs' injury
Ravens provide injury update on star TE following car crash
Jordan Addison News/ Larry Brown Sports / August 14
Vikings WR carted off field with injury during training camp
The Minnesota Vikings just cannot seem to catch a break.
Vikings' J.J. McCarthy to miss 2024 season following meniscus surgery
J.J. McCarthy loss could be more damaging to Vikings' future than present
Minnesota Vikings News/ Larry Brown Sports / August 14
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy officially ruled out for 2024 campaign
J.J. McCarthy underwent surgery on Wednesday to address a knee injury, and the rookie is now being ruled out for the entire 2024 season.
QB J.J. McCarthy's injury puts Vikings in all-too-familiar territory
J.J. McCarthy shares message on social media after injury news
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy to undergo knee surgery
The most memorable seasons by NFL backup quarterbacks
The 'Rookie QB passing leader for every NFL franchise' quiz