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Everything that went right and wrong for the Vikings vs. Colts

Murphy: Let's not pick at 6-2 Sammy

Vikings got all their weapons involved in win over Colts

Vikings survive their own mistakes vs. Colts

Why are the Vikings running so few plays?

Friday Mailbag: A suddenly big game

Behind TJ Hockenson's rehab was data, reading and patience

Brian Flores is preaching patience with rookie Dallas Turner

Reaction: Vikings trade for LT Cam Robinson

Should the Vikings adjust trade deadline approach after back-to-back losses?

Which Vikings problems from the last two games are concerning going forward?

Everything that went right and wrong for the Vikings against the Rams

Friday(ish) Mailbag: What is going on?

Reaction: Vikings lose Christian Darrisaw for the season

Murphy: Raised expectations bring greater frustrations

Tough game or trend? Vikings have things to figure out after tough loss to Rams

Defensive meltdown in L.A.

It's spotlight time for Sam Darnold

From gunner to blocker: Trent Sherfield is fighting his way onto the field for Vikings

Film study: Hitting on motions, missing on blitzes

Everything that went right and wrong in Vikings loss to Lions

Murphy: Vikings went toe-to-toe with the best

Looking at the 'self-inflicteds' of Vikings loss to Lions

Vikings fall short in classic battle with Lions

Justin Jefferson signed up for this moment

Friday Mailbag: Big game time

Darnold vs. Goff is a battle of elite supporting casts

Akers trade, Risner at RG and Dallas Turner's progress

Vikings should have plenty of trade deadline options

Vikings-related thoughts coming out of the bye week

Friday Mailbag: Is it time to make a move?

How strong are the Vikings by the numbers?

Film Study: A number of factors

Everything that went right and wrong for Vikings vs. Jets

Murphy: Five and whew!

In Darnold's new world, his team can win ugly

Narrow escape in England

Justin Jefferson's spectacular catches start in practice

Friday Mailbag: Are they for real?

You never know when a Vikings win-now season will arrive

Film study: Screens, shakiness, scheme

Vikings ST coach Matt Daniels is behind defense's takeaway mindset

Everything that went right and wrong for the Vikings vs. Packers

Aaron Jones's return was (almost) everything he could have wanted

Murphy: Four and Whoa!

In Green Bay, O'Connell's aggressiveness was about belief (for better and worse)

Vikings hang on for 4-0

Aaron Jones is just different

Friday Mailbag: Packers week

Brian Flores is pushing Vikings defense toward greatness

How veteran safety Bobby McCain became a valuable resource for Kevin O'Connell

Film Study: Rushing Stroud

Everything that went right and wrong in the Vikings' win over Texans

The Vikings' pass rush begins with Jonathan Greenard

Murphy: 3 and what?

Against the Texans, Sam Darnold was more than a 'point guard'

Vikings fans, defensive players both felt the momentum on Sunday

Darnold, defense do it again as Vikings blast Texans

Stephon Gilmore was the final piece

Friday Mailbag: What does Darnold's hot start mean?

Once cut, these Vikings fought their way to important roles in 2024

Darnold's confidence is a total team effort

Film Study: Jefferson's TD, Cashman and creativity

Everything that went right and wrong in Vikings win over 49ers

Murphy: Darnold's big day a step toward redemption

After win over 49ers, Vikings defense believes it can be 'special'

A wild and crazy statement win for the Vikings

Andrew Van Ginkel can do anything

Friday Mailbag: What to expect against the 49ers

49ers put to test all the things that shined for Vikings in Week 1

Film Study: Van Ginkel's motor and KOC's motion

Are the Vikings going to use the new kickoff?

Everything that went right and wrong for the Vikings in Week 1 win over Giants

Murphy: A resounding, relieving victory in The Big Apple

In Darnold's winning debut, Vikings find a blueprint for supporting him

Everyone new comes through for Vikings in win over Giants

JJ McCarthy is going to make the most of 2024

Friday Mailbag: Let's play some football

The Vikings are making their opponents prepare for the big boys

Josh Metellus's captaincy speaks volumes about how far he's come: 'He's everything you want in a football player'

Brian Flores has more buttons to push with Vikings' defense this year

Aaron Jones is running from the running back age curve

It's Sam Darnold's time to fulfill his potential

Vikings must move on from 2022 draft

Friday Mailbag: Backup QB moves

Opportunities for unproven players abound on Vikings' roster

The world's biggest Vikings fan is going for gold at the Paralympics

Takeaways from Vikings roster cutdown day

6.5 wins is a line of demarcation for the 2024 Vikings

Answering the toughest Vikings roster questions

Hall, KOC shine in final preseason game

Friday Mailbag: What's a success for the Vikings in 2024?

Vikings' veteran tight ends appear ready to fill Hockenson's shoes

Amidst Tua controversy, Flores' defense looks ready to lead the way

Projecting the Vikings' 53-man roster with one preseason game left

Reaction to the Vikings signing Stephon Gilmore

Takeaways from Vikings' preseason matchup against the Browns

Friday(ish) mailbag: What's next with McCarthy out?

Takeaways from Cleveland: Receivers stand out, defense shines, a tough final drive

From Cleveland: Despite season-ending injury, O'Connell sees a franchise QB in McCarthy

McCarthy's surgery is a setback but shouldn't change Vikings' future outlook

McCarthy misses night practice due to knee soreness

10 Vikings opinions following the first preseason game

All McCarthy's tools were on display vs. Raiders

Everything that stood out in Vikings' preseason opener

Vikings rookie TE Trey Knox is playing because his dad couldn't

Darnold starts, McCarthy to get 'significant' time and everything else to expect in Vikings preseason opener

Friday mailbag: The preseason has arrived

Darnold clicking with Jefferson, McCarthy learning from ups and downs

Extensions or not, Vikings need to see the plan through

JJ McCarthy is anchored by meditation

How Theo Jackson became one of the 'Four Horsemen' of the Vikings safety room

Did the Vikings strike UDFA gold again?

Analyzing the state of the Vikings' cornerback room

Friday mailbag: Reading the early signs of camp

Why is JJ McCarthy facing the first-team defense?

When will JJ McCarthy take first-team reps?

Everything we learned from the first Vikings padded practice

Vikings rookie Walter Rouse carries his grandfather's legacy along with him

Should Vikings ride it out or add starting-caliber cornerback?

JJ McCarthy is following the path the Vikings' staff has for him

Sam Darnold learned to play 'point guard' in SF -- can he protect the ball in Minnesota?

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

Blackmon's ACL tear has trickle-down effect on CB room

Players with the most to gain during Vikings training camp

Darrisaw's extension puts all the pieces in place around McCarthy

A difficult juxtaposition in Vikings' camp-opening press conference

Sam Darnold, JJ McCarthy and the many possibilities of the Vikings quarterback situation

Friday mailbag: What does McCarthy have to do to start?

Vikings training camp preview: Cornerbacks

Vikings training camp preview: Running backs

Vikings training camp preview: Offensive line

Vikings training camp preview: Wide receivers and tight ends

Jordan Addison arrested on suspicion of DUI

Uber'ing around Ann Arbor in search of truth about JJ McCarthy

Friday Mailbag: The defense's biggest challenge

Vikings training camp preview: Safeties

Vikings training camp preview: Linebackers and edge rushers

Vikings training camp preview: Defensive linemen

Khyree Jackson's dreams were taken away in tragic crash

Friday Mailbag: Breakout camp candidates

Comparing recent rookie QB supporting casts

What do fantasy projections say about Vikings' opposing QB schedule?

Analyzing Mike Clay's Vikings projections

Friday Mailbag: Coaching and the NFC North

Reflecting on the events and decisions that led the Vikings to JJ McCarthy

How the perfect Vikings meme came to be

It's OK if the Vikings don't add anyone else

Can Sam Darnold be the next Rich Gannon? Rich Gannon thinks so, if....

Friday Mailbag: McCarthy's footwork

Setting 2024 expectations for Kevin O'Connell isn't easy

Is the new kickoff going to be a game changer?

Who are the historical comparables for Sam Darnold? (if it works)

A post-offseason program Vikings 53-man roster projection

Friday Mailbag: Summer's here

JJ McCarthy isn't afraid of the bumps in development path

Aaron Jones wants to be a piece of the puzzle

Poker chips and apartment drop-backs: How Sam Darnold is learning the Vikings offense

Everything we learned from Vikings minicamp

Friday mailbag: Darrisaw next?

Jonathan Greenard is ready to turn up the heat

For the Vikings, it's about what Jefferson's extension represents

Will Jefferson's contract restrict the Vikings roster building?

Justin Jefferson signs contract, solidifying him as franchise centerpiece

Addison, Pace Jr.'s next steps are key to Vikings' plan

Friday Mailbag: Guard competition season?

Josh McCown is using his football life to reduce the learning curve for Darnold, McCarthy

Justin Jefferson is affordable, not replaceable: A story in five charts

The NFL landscape makes patience impossible

'Prodigy' Will Reichard has been on NFL path since youth

Friday Mailbag: So, about Sam Darnold...

Brian Flores' coaching style played role in Harrison Smith's return

Sam Darnold comfortably leads Vikings first-team offense in OTAs

Wolves' success is a Vikings blueprint

Everything we're watching for during Vikings OTAs and minicamp

Friday Mailbag: When will McCarthy start?

The Vikings' schedule ranked by entertainment value, difficulty

Putting recent successful rookie QB seasons under the microscope

Goff's extension highlights Lions window, McCarthy contract edge

Dallas Turner already feels at home in Vikings defense

'How's JJ looking?' For starters, ready to learn

Friday Mailbag: Let the offseason program begin

Way-too-early 2025 free agency mock

What would Khyree Jackson's life been like as a pro gamer? Let a 2K star explain

Dallas Turner pick is about calculating the reward

Which factors will determine JJ McCarthy's timeline to start?

Friday mailbag: The draft capital debate

WATCH: Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah joins Purple Insider podcast

Vikings are buying new kicker's mentality as much as his leg

Levi Drake Rodriguez is a scout's dream

Bullock: McCarthy film shows traits, areas to improve

The Vikings post-draft depth chart

Murphy: Going home for the NFL Draft

What should we call the next phase of the Vikings' plan?

Takeaways from Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's post-draft press conference

Day 3 Vikings draft rundown

Vikings pick Khyree Jackson is glad he came back to football

JJ McCarthy built himself for this moment

Vikings didn't panic and it paid off in franchise QB, elite pass rush talent

Purple Insider live draft show TONIGHT

The draft is today. Final thoughts

Young QBs are more prepared than ever for this moment

Every quarterback is an ink blot test

The 2024 QB Prospects: An animated PI original

The 2024 Purple Insider Draft Guide

Friday Mailbag: The final mailbag before draft time

Finding the best fit is on O'Connell's mind days before QB decision

Flores' return is a big win for Vikings defensive players

New QB should add urgency to Vikings-Jefferson contract talks

Talkin' 'bout love in Vikings' QB decision

Friday Mailbag: Getting closer

How is anyone supposed to decide what to think about JJ McCarthy?

A closer look at the Vikings' young core around their next QB

Inside the minds of every team picking before the Vikings

The defensive line class makes stick-and-pick an attractive option

Friday Mailbag: A million options at QB

Diggs trade shows Texans are the model for the Vikings

Researching Vikings' QB decision leads to only one conclusion...

Comparing QB-needy teams by supporting cast

Simulating 3 Vikings draft scenarios

Friday mailbag: The McCarthy intrigue

Vikings are looking to change the math on defense

Vikings' owners chose the right direction

Kevin O'Connell can't have 'stubborn mindset' going into QB process

Ranking all the Vikings outcomes at QB

Friday Mailbag: Trade-up scenarios everywhere

Film Study: Sam Darnold can do a lot (and tries to do too much)

How good are the Vikings right now?

Making the case for each QB the Vikings could be looking to pick in trade up

A new hope

Instant reaction: Vikings trade up with Texans to acquire 23rd overall pick

Friday Mailbag: The wide open future

With no 'uncomfortable middle' in Cousins talks, the Vikings pivot to the future

Hunter goes, Smith stays and the remaining needs for the Vikings in free agency

Aaron Jones is a difference maker

Murphy: Cousins to Atlanta is the best outcome for everybody

The Vikings executed their plan

Instant reaction: Vikings sign QB Sam Darnold

Instant reaction: Vikings sign LB Blake Cashman

Instant reaction: Vikings sign Van Ginkel

The Kirk Cousins era in Minnesota is over

Instant reaction: Vikings sign ex-Texans rusher Jonathan Greenard

Rumor roundup: Mayfield, Wilson land, Vikings 'still in in' for Cousins

Friday Mailbag: Is change a'comin?

Vikings next QB can't just fill the void

12 best-fit (non-QB) free agents for the Vikings

If Cousins goes, who are the best veteran and long shot QB options for the Vikings?

All the Indy buzz surrounding the Vikings

Vikings release Mattison amidst stocked free agent running back market

Kevin O'Connell lays out 'non-negotiables' for prospect quarterbacks

Evaluating QBs, Jefferson trade rumors headline Vikings Combine press conferences

You'll never believe this: QB prospects have flaws

On Justin Jefferson, Moneyball and Minnesota sports history

Friday Mailbag: It's almost decision time

Vikings head to Combine with everything at stake

Why is it so hard to predict which college QBs will succeed in the NFL?

A Vikings-Cousins mock negotiation (2024 version)

Where do the Vikings rank among best Kirk Cousins fits?

Friday Mailbag: Trade-up scenarios are scary

Smith: It’s happening: QB draft dreams … and nightmares

Formulating Vikings free agency plans, with and without Kirk Cousins

Is there a trade-up scenario that makes sense for Vikings?

The Super Bowl bar is set high, Vikings have to take risks to chase it

SB Week Rumors include trade-up scenarios, Danielle Hunter and Sam Darnold

Friday Mailbag: Proposing a JJ contract

Does Justin Jefferson complicate things for Vikings?

Reflecting back on the Vikings' last QB decision

The buzz from radio row

How accurate is the mock draft universe when it comes to QBs?

10 non-QBs for the Vikings to consider from the Senior Bowl

Friday Mailbag: Free agents to bring back?

Dissecting the quarterback play at the Senior Bowl (so far)

Future of the Vikings, Part 8: The timeline

Future of the Vikings, Part 7: Quarterback

Championship Sunday was a strange watch for Vikings fans

Friday Mailbag: Which way are the QB winds blowing?

Future of the Vikings, Part 6: Running backs

Future of the Vikings, Part 5: Wide receivers and tight ends

Future of the Vikings, Part 4: The offensive line

The Lions executed their plan

Friday Mailbag: Is the decision now influenced by the division?

Future of the Vikings, Part 3: Cornerbacks

Future of the Vikings, Part 2: Linebackers and safeties

Future of the Vikings, Part 1: Defensive line

The NFC North is a problem for Vikings' future

Friday mailbag: Quarterback ideas abound

Vikings QB decision is about which risks they want to take

10 preseason Vikings questions that were answered this season

Murphy: The defining decision of a regime is upon us

Kirk Cousins has many factors to weigh in free agency decision

Justin Jefferson left a strong last impression in Detroit

An entertaining end

Friday Mailbag: It's QB decision season

If this is it for Harrison Smith, he's put together a Hall of Fame career

Michael Penix Jr. looks the Vikings' part

What happens next will determine whether 2023 was a success for the Vikings

Murphy: Happy New Year, Vikings -- wait, is this new?

The Vikings asked too much of Jaren Hall vs. Packers

Ringing in the New Year with a blowout loss