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3 Updates on Top Training Camp Battles for Vikings

Minnesota Vikings training camp commenced earlier this week, and roster battles are aplenty. The team has one month to finalize a 53-man roster, so the rest of training camp and three preseason games will be crucial.

J.J. McCarthy: I'm focused on getting better, not when I'll be starting

The Vikings have installed Sam Darnold as their No. 1 quarterback to kick off training camp and one of the questions raised by that choice is when they'll make the switch to first-round pick J.J.

4 Things VikingsTerritory Got Wrong This Offseason

The Minnesota Vikings began their offseason six months ago, and VikingsTerritory was right there, along for the ride with analysis, opinions, and predictions.

The P/PTSD Perspective: Re-Signing a Fan Favorite, Strange Development, and Breakout Defender

PurplePTSD works in partnership with Vikings Territory, similarly doing their utmost to offer top-notch coverage of the Minnesota Vikings. As a result, we’re promoting five of their top articles of the past week in “The P/PTSD Perspective.” Take a peek at some of their best stuff.

The Hall of Fame Series: Chris Doleman

Class of 2012 Minnesota 1985-93, 99 Atlanta 1994-95 San Francisco 1996-98 In the history of the NFL, few players have been as productive along the defensive line as Chris Doleman.

Vikings Are Finally Part of the Cool Kids

The Minnesota Vikings have recently handed out some massive new contracts. That certainly includes Christian Darrisaw’s four-year extension worth up to $113 million that keeps him under team control until after the 2029 season.

J.J. McCarthy's enhanced comfort level: 'Feel like I've been here for a year'

This spring, J.J. McCarthy's head was spinning a bit. The No. 10 overall pick out of Michigan was learning and adjusting to Kevin O'Connell's complex Vikings offense, and the amount of information he was trying to process was difficult at times.

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson Explains His Humble Attitude

Justin Jefferson is the star of the show for the Minnesota Vikings. However, off the field, he has made humble, conservative decisions with his money. While many players opt to spend their fortune on a mansion that might rival the White House, Jefferson lives in a small house in line with a normal worker’s salary.

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell speaks at Khyree Jackson funeral

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell spoke on the toughness of the late Khyree Jackson at a funeral held on Friday for the rookie cornerback who was killed in a car accident earlier this month.

Kevin O'Connell speaks at Khyree Jackson's funeral: 'Thank you, Khyree'

Members of the Minnesota Vikings coaching staff and some players attended the funeral for 24-year-old Khyree Jackson on Friday, three weeks after the fourth-round pick from the University of Oregon was killed in a car crash in his hometown of Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

Beat Writer for the Team Very Critical of Two Vikings’ Cornerbacks

A few weeks back, the Minnesota Vikings’ cornerback room was questionable. Fast forward to now, it doesn’t just look questionable it’s actually a problem.

Some notable contract details for Vikings' Christian Darrisaw, J.J. McCarthy

Let's take a look at the details and structure of Christian Darrisaw's four-year contract extension, which was reported as being worth up to $113 million (breakdowns courtesy of Spotrac and OverTheCap).

Former Vikings LB joins front office as director of player engagement

Former Vikings linebacker Jasper Brinkley is back with the franchise, joining the front office as Minnesota's director of player engagement. The team also announced that former Wake Forest RB Arkeem Byrd is their new assistant director of player engagement.

Vikings Edge Says Practice Makes Games Easy

The Minnesota Vikings turned over their roster at some key positions this offseason. While J.J. McCarthy made the quarterback switch noteworthy, Dallas Turner joined him as a first round pick.

J.J. McCarthy is Already Climbing the Vikings’ Depth Chart

The Minnesota Vikings’ are two days into training camp and it looks like rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy is already climbing the depth chart. Although we are only a couple days into camp, McCarthy put together his strongest day, and quite possibly, the strongest day of the entire offseason.

A Weird Twist at Vikings Training Camp

The Minnesota Vikings 2024 version of training camp kicked off this week, a mixed bag because left tackle Christian Darrsiaw was extended through the end of 2029, but cornerback Mekhi Blackmon was lost for the season to an ACL tear.

What’s Next for the Minnesota Vikings at Cornerback?

As we were heading into the rookie minicamp, cornerback was viewed as a position that needed a breakout candidate or two to be viable in winning for the Minnesota Vikings.

Vikings rookie Dallas Turner breaks silence on teammate Khyree Jackson’s death

The Minnesota Vikings were heartbroken when they learned that rookie CB Khyree Jackson tragically passed away earlier this month. He was only 24 years old.

Matthew Coller: After signing new deal, Vikings star Darrisaw looks to find his voice

EAGAN — Christian Darrisaw’s first game as a starter came against the Carolina Panthers in 2021. His opponent for the day was superstar pass rusher Brian Burns.

Vikings WR Jordan Addison addresses recent arrest

Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is primed to build off his impressive rookie year, but that may be delayed due to some offseason trouble.

Vikings CB Mekhi Blackmon Suffers Torn ACL In Camp

According to ESPN’s Kevin Seifert, Vikings CB Mekhi Blackmon suffered a torn ACL on the first day of training camp. Seifert adds Blackmon was one of the top candidates to be the team’s starting nickel cornerback for the upcoming season.

Vikings defender suffers torn ACL during first practice of training camp

Kevin Seifert of ESPN reported Wednesday that Vikings cornerback Mekhi Blackmon suffered a torn ACL during the opening practice of training camp.

Jordan Addison addresses recent arrest, potential suspension: ‘I’ll own up to whatever discipline comes my way’

The Minnesota Vikings second-year wide receiver Jordan Addison found himself in hot water earlier in the month after being arrested in California on suspicion of a DUI.

Vikings make touching gesture for family of late CB Khyree Jackson

It’s been a little over two weeks since the tragic passing of Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson. It was revealed on Monday morning that the team plans to honor Jackson’s memory and will make a heartfelt gesture for his family, according to The 33rd Team’s Ari Meirov.