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Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell and rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy at a training camp practice.

Kevin O'Connell will make sure J.J. McCarthy stays involved this season

O'Connell said he plans on meeting one-on-one with McCarthy every week.

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Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell and rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy at a training camp practice.
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Kevin O'Connell will make sure J.J. McCarthy stays involved this season

O'Connell said he plans on meeting one-on-one with McCarthy every week.

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Nov 12, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jalen Nailor (83) catches a pass against the New Orleans Saints cornerback Alontae Taylor (1) in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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Vikings Wednesday injury report: Addison in 'good spot,' Nailor 'progressing'

The Vikings hope to have both receivers available for Sunday's game against the Giants.

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Aug 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell after the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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Sam Darnold among Vikings' eight captains for 2024 season

Darnold is a first-time captain for the Vikings this year.

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Aug 17, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Stefon Diggs (1) before the game against the New York Giants at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Stefon Diggs vows to 'never share' what led to split with Vikings

“None of those teams wanted to get rid of me. Things had to shake because I kind of wanted them to shake.”

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Jan 15, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell and New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll embrace after a wild card game at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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Vikings' daunting schedule makes Giants game as must-win as Week 1 gets

The Vikings could be in some immediate trouble if they can't get a win on the road on Sunday.

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November 28, 2021; Santa Clara, California, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer watches warm ups before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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Ex-Vikings destroy Mike Zimmer in revealing interview: 'Petty and annoying'

"Mike wants everybody to be hard and that's Mike's problem."

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Jan 15, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) dives for the end zone as New York Giants cornerback Adoree' Jackson (22) defends during the first quarter of a wild card game at U.S. Bank Stadium. The call on the field was a touchdown but was changed after review. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
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There's 'not much to do,' but Justin Jefferson loves it in Minnesota

We have no idea what Justin Jefferson is talking about when he says there's "not much to do" in Minnesota. Has he ever been to the Mall of America? How about ri

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Aaron Jones during an offseason workout with the Vikings.
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Aaron Jones likes that the Vikings are flying under the radar this year

Jones: "Eventually, they will be talking about us."

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Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores at an offseason practice.
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Matthew Coller: Brian Flores has more buttons to push with Vikings' defense this year

The Vikings' DC detailed some of his new pieces on Tuesday...

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Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores at an offseason practice.
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Vikings DC Brian Flores on roles for Dallas Turner, Harrison Smith this year

Flores touched on a wide range of topics at his Week 1 press conference on Tuesday.

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Aug 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) warms up before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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NFL power rankings are low on Vikings heading into 2024 season

Nobody expects the Vikings to be good this season. Can they use that to their advantage?

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Jan 7, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) catches a pass for a touchdown and celebrates with wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) during second half of the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field.
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No real surprises in Vikings' unofficial Week 1 depth chart vs. Giants

The Vikings are ready to kick off their 2024 season on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.

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Dec 10, 2023; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) carries the ball against Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Jack Jones (18) in the second half at Allegiant Stadium.
Injuries

Vikings' Jordan Addison expected to play vs. Giants — will he be limited?

Addison suffered an ankle injury three weeks ago.

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Aug 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell after the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Kevin O'Connell on J.J. McCarthy's health, facing Malik Nabers and what matters entering the regular season

KOC's message to the Vikings: Protect. The. Football.

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Dec 24, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (97) celebrates a tackle against the Minnesota Vikings during the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports
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5 New York Giants who can make life hell for the Minnesota Vikings

Dexter Lawrence is a scary man in the middle of New York's defensive line.

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Aaron Jones
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Matthew Coller: Aaron Jones is running from the running back age curve

EAGAN — It has always felt funny to talk to a 29-year-old man like he’s on the brink of being put into a nursing home. But that’s what it was like peppering Min

Aug 10, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Jaren Hall (16) carries the ball while being chased by Seattle Seahawks linebacker Levi Bell (98) during the second half at Lumen Field.
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Former Vikings QB Jaren Hall signs with Seahawks' practice squad

The Vikings wanted to bring Hall back, but he chose to sign elsewhere.

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Aug 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) warms up before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
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Matthew Coller: It's Sam Darnold's time to fulfill his potential

The journeyman quarterback will never have a better opportunity to rewrite his history in the NFL than with the 2024 Vikings.

LSU wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) reacts to scoring a touchdown against Vanderbilt with wide receiver Justin Jefferson (2) during the first half at Vanderbilt Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019.
Rumors

Ja'Marr Chase reportedly wants to surpass Justin Jefferson's contract by a penny

The Bengals receiver is in the midst of a hold-in as he negotiates a new deal.

Houston Texans cornerback Kris Boyd (17) walks on the field at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston on July 27, 2024.
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'Damn Zim!': Kris Boyd responds to criticism from former Vikings coach

Mike Zimmer blasted Boyd in a recent Star Tribune article.

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Aug 14, 2022; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Minnesota Vikings guard Ed Ingram (67) defends against Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Vernon Butler (94) in the first half at Allegiant Stadium.
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Year 3 is a critical one for Vikings RG Ed Ingram

It would be huge for Minnesota's offensive line if Ingram can take a third-year leap.

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Aug 5, 2023; Eagan, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith (22) during training camp at Twin Cities Orthopedic Center.
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Vikings have NFL's second-oldest roster in 2024

Led by an experienced defense, the Vikings are not a young team this year.

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Nov 27, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson (87) celebrates his touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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Could T.J. Hockenson return for Vikings' London game in Week 5?

Hockenson will be first eligible to return from the PUP list against the Jets.

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Oct 18, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer (L) speaks with general manager Rick Spielman (R) prior to their game against the Kansas City Chiefs at TCF Bank Stadium.
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Mike Zimmer and Rick Spielman haven't talked once since Vikings firings

Zimmer let loose on the end of his Minnesota tenure in a recent interview with the Star Tribune.

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Oct 30, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings Jared Allen (69) rides in on a horse before his induction into the Ring of Honor against the Arizona Cardinals at half time at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jared Allen praises Vikings leadership and 'aggressive' defense

Vikings legend Jared Allen thinks that, despite a season-ending injury to their rookie QB, his former team is on the right track.

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