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#1
Prominent mock draft has Vikings taking 'freaky athlete' Oregon TE
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sports1d ago

Prominent mock draft has Vikings taking 'freaky athlete' Oregon TE

https://www.si.com/nfl/vikings/onsi/news/prominent-mock-draft-has-vikings-taking-freaky-athlete-oregon-te
Si.com
  • The Athletic's Dane Brugler projects Kenyon Sadiq as the Vikings' 18th pick in a 2026 mock draft, highlighting his upside.
  • Hockenson’s $21.3 million cap hit this year may force the Vikings to consider a cut, trade, or restructuring.
  • If Hockenson is moved, the Vikings could save cap space but face dead money depending on timing of release or trade.
  • Sadiq is described as a big, freaky athlete with the ability to test well and contribute as a receiver and blocker.
  • Sadiq caught 51 passes for 560 yards and 8 touchdowns as a junior, leading tight ends in college football last season.
  • Sadiq’s run blocking can be inconsistent, and he faced questions about his role in Oregon’s playoff games.
  • The mock draft notes uncertainty around whether Hockenson remains with the Vikings in 2026.
  • The report cites Dane Brugler of The Athletic as the source of the mock draft projection.
  • Sadiq is an Idaho native who played at Oregon and could impact the Vikings' offense if added to 2026 plans.
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Potential Brian Flores replacements, Jordan Addison’s future and more: Vikings mailbag
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sports1d ago

Potential Brian Flores replacements, Jordan Addison’s future and more: Vikings mailbag

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6974798/2026/01/16/vikings-mailbag-brian-flores-daronte-jones-jordan-addison/
Nytimes.com
  • The Vikings face coaching changes after Mike Pettine’s retirement, prompting potential staff reshuffles.
  • Daronte Jones is viewed as the leading internal candidate to replace Flores if he leaves the Vikings.
  • Jones has prior defensive coordinator experience and has drawn interest from other NFL teams.
  • Raheem Morris is another potential fit, given his Rams background and defensive development with Atlanta.
  • The Vikings face a substantial cap gap, requiring restructures and potential roster moves to stay competitive.
  • Internal candidates and cap considerations will shape how Minnesota preserves its defensive scheme this offseason.
  • The mailbag format highlights reader questions about Flores, the O-line, and cap strategies.
  • Jones’s prior coaching roles include guidance under Flores and experience with multiple schemes.
  • The discussion notes potential cap-driven moves, including possible restructures with Hockenson and Jefferson.
  • The article frames Flores’s potential departure as part of broader NFL coaching carousel considerations.
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#3
Insider can’t find anyone willing to say Vikings won't chase a superstar QB
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sports19h ago

Insider can’t find anyone willing to say Vikings won't chase a superstar QB

https://www.si.com/nfl/vikings/onsi/news/insider-cant-find-anyone-willing-to-say-vikings-wont-chase-superstar-qb
Si.com
  • Insiders say the Vikings haven’t ruled out pursuing a superstar quarterback this offseason.
  • Analysts say a blockbuster QB move is unlikely but still considered possible.
  • The Vikings are exploring three paths to upgrade the QB room per Joe Ragatz.
  • Potential targets include veteran options and even drafting choices early.
  • Cap constraints and market dynamics are cited as constraints on a major swing.
  • The reporting frames Minnesota's approach as flexible and outcome-focused.
  • Alec Lewis emphasized that nothing is off the table for the Vikings’ quarterback room.
  • A second insider, Joe Ragatz, outlined three possible upgrade paths behind a star move.
  • The article highlights a balancing act between ambition and practical limits.
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Are we sure Kevin O'Connell deserves the 'offensive guru' label?
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sports17h ago

Are we sure Kevin O'Connell deserves the 'offensive guru' label?

https://www.si.com/nfl/vikings/onsi/news/are-we-sure-kevin-oconnell-deserves-the-offensive-guru-label
Si.com
  • Recent analysis questions Kevin O'Connell's 'offensive guru' label, citing four-year sample size of offensive output.
  • Two key efficiency metrics show limited top-tier offense under O'Connell across 2022–2025.
  • Despite playoff potential, Vikings' offensive efficiency lagged in EPA per play and DVOA at multiple points.
  • The Vikings' defense, led by Brian Flores, outperformed offensively in recent seasons according to the analysis.
  • Injury-prone quarterback era contributed to limited offensive consistency for Minnesota.
  • Running game struggled; 2024–2025 EPA per rush rankings remained near bottom.
  • O'Connell's strengths praised as leader, motivator, and culture setter.
  • Coach's ability to exploit passing game potential noted when quarterback play is strong.
  • Call for future improvement emphasizes more from O'Connell and staff on offense for 2026.
  • The article frames the discussion as a balance between leadership strengths and limited offensive efficiency.
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Baby-faced Vikings kicker Will Reichard has trouble getting past NFL security
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sports15h ago

Baby-faced Vikings kicker Will Reichard has trouble getting past NFL security

https://www.si.com/nfl/vikings/onsi/news/baby-faced-vikings-kicker-will-reichard-has-trouble-getting-past-nfl-security
Si.com
  • Reichard has faced repeated NFL security checks because he doesn’t look like a typical football player.
  • In London, security initially wouldn’t let Reichard onto the field during a Vikings-Browns game.
  • Reichard finished the season 33 of 35 on field goals, with two misses generating chatter.
  • A second miss was a 53-yard attempt that appeared to graze the turf before contact.
  • Minnesota drafted Reichard 203rd overall in 2024 as the team’s lone kicker with elite accuracy in 2025.
  • Andrew DePaola earned Second Team All-Pro, extending a four-season sequence of honors by a Viking long snapper.
  • DePaola earned First Team All-Pro in 2022 and 2024, with Second Team honors in 2023.
  • Vikings coverage includes references to retirement messages and season awards for context.
  • Joe Nelson has over two decades of Minnesota sports reporting with ties to KFAN-FM 100.3.
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#6
Meet the 3 cornerbacks you'll see as frequent Vikings mock draft picks
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sports15h ago

Meet the 3 cornerbacks you'll see as frequent Vikings mock draft picks

https://www.si.com/nfl/vikings/onsi/news/meet-3-cornerbacks-youll-see-frequent-vikings-mock-draft-picks
Si.com
  • A 2026 mock draft trends the Vikings at No. 18 may target a cornerback with mid-first round potential.
  • Avieon Terrell from Clemson is highlighted for versatile outside and slot play and strong ball skills.
  • Mansoor Delane (LSU) is praised for shutdown coverage, with 11 pass breakups and no touchdowns allowed on 35 targets in 2024.
  • Jermod McCoy from Tennessee faced an ACL injury in 2025 but had standout 2024 tape that keeps him in first-round discussions.
  • The piece notes the Vikings haven't drafted a Pro Bowl corner since Xavier Rhodes in 2013.
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