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The Saints need to shake off a MNF loss. Can Tyler Shough deliver in big moments vs. Vikings?

The Vikings head south to meet the New Orleans Saints, who have a short week following their Monday Night Football loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Minnesota Star Tribune rep

Did Kyler Murray look better vs. Dolphins upon review? How offense is evolving for QB

The Vikings remain 4-0 after a win over the Dolphins, but the boo birds were loud at U.S. Bank Stadium for quarterback Kyler Murray and the offense's struggles. But did M

Vikings beat Dolphins, 15-10, behind Will Reichard's leg as offensive struggles continue

Kicker Will Reichard cleared five field goals to give the Vikings a 15-10 win against the Dolphins at U.S. Bank Stadium. Why couldn't the offense find the end zone? Minne

Vikings-Dolphins preview: Can Kyler Murray, Vikings offense find rhythm without Justin Jefferson?

The Vikings will be without star wide receiver Justin Jefferson on Sunday versus the Dolphins as he continues recovery from an ankle sprain. Can Kyler Murray and the Viki

New Dolphins regime visits Vikings still seeking first win. What have they learned through 3 games?

The Dolphins overhauled their leadership this offseason, hiring former Packers staffers Jeff Hafley and Jon-Eric Sullivan as head coach and general manager, respectively.

Kyler Murray's first full game as a Viking left some things to be desired. What does the film show?

Kyler Murray finished his first full game as a Viking 15-of-29 for 168 yards with one touchdown and one interception. The performance left plenty room to grow moving forw

The J.J. McCarthy era is over. What did the Vikings, Kevin O'Connell learn?

The Vikings sent quarterback J.J. McCarthy, their former No. 10 overall pick, to the Giants on Monday morning in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick. What did the

Vikings defense, special teams carry team to 23-16 win over Buccaneers for 3-0 start

Six sacks, three field goals, two interceptions and one punt return touchdown are among the highlights on a Vikings stat sheet led by defense and special teams Sunday. Mi

Vikings-Buccaneers preview: Kyler Murray returns to action as Vikings try to go 3-0

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray is back after clearing concussion protocol. How will the Vikings offense look with him back holding the reins? Minnesota Star T

Vikings face a Bucs team hungry for a win Sunday. How could Tampa Bay tip the scales in their favor?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 0-2 after losses to the Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns. What would need to go right for them to emerge victorious when the Minnesota

Vikings' first-round pick Caleb Banks saw the field more Week 2. How did he fare?

The Vikings' 2026 first-round draft pick, defensive lineman Caleb Banks, saw an uptick in his snaps from Week 1 to 2. How did he fare? Minnesota Star Tribune reporters An

Vikings limit Caleb Williams prior to exit, beat Bears 9-3 in rain

Before his exit due to a hamstring injury, Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was limited by Brian Flores' Vikings defense following an explosive Week 1 performance. Minnes

Vikings-Bears preview: Brian Flores' and Ben Johnson's units go head-to-head

Everyone's talking about the matchup between Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores and Bears head coach Ben Johnson, an offensive guru. Who will prevail? Minnesota S

Ben Johnson's Bears offense put up 59 points Week 1. How might they fare vs. Vikings?

Ben Johnson's second season with the Chicago Bears started with a bang: A 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers. Will they be as productive against the Minnesota Vikings?

How the Vikings defense sealed the win after busting coverages vs. the Packers

Emily Leiker is joined by Minnesota Star Tribune Vikings writer Andrew Krammer to discuss six defensive plays from the Vikings' 39-22 win over the Packers. What went wron

Carson Wentz, Vikings defense cap furious comeback in win over Packers

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker return from the locker room to recap the Vikings' 39-22 comeback win over the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. What'

Vikings-Packers preview: How can Harrison Smith and Brian Flores limit Jordan Love?

Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker preview Sunday's season opener against the Packers. What are their individual storylines to watch? What's the most interest

How will absences of Micah Parsons, Josh Jacobs affect Vikings-Packers Week 1 matchup?

The Minnesota Vikings host the Green Bay Packers -- an NFC North rival -- for their season-opener. With the Packers currently without star players in edge rusher Micah Pa

How the Vikings offense could evolve with quarterback Kyler Murray

Emily Leiker is joined by Minnesota Star Tribune Vikings writer Andrew Krammer to discuss what changes could be coming to the Vikings offense with quarterback Kyler Murra

Minnesota Vikings 2026 season preview: Projected MVPs, impact rookies and more

Minnesota Star Tribune reporters Ben Goessling and Emily Leiker make their picks as they preview the season ahead for the Vikings, talking win totals and impact rookies,