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Vikings trade cornerback Mekhi Blackmon to Colts

As the Vikings prepared to finalize their roster, they flipped young cornerback Mekhi Blackmon to the Indianapolis Colts on Monday night in exchange for a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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Vikings trade CB to Colts before final cut day

The Colts have another former Vikings defensive back added to their secondary following a trade with Minnesota on Monday.

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Updated draft picks for the Vikings following the trade of Mekhi Blackmon

The Minnesota Vikings made another trade on Monday night as Kwesi Adofo-Mensah continues to show that he can revamp the team's roster. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Vikings are sending cornerback Mekhi Blackmon to the Indianapolis Colts for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick.

Adam Thielen Trade Reportedly Eyed by Vikings

Newsweek on MSN · 17h

Vikings Receive Huge Update About Adam Thielen Trade Rumors

A new update has been shared about the Vikings' trade interest in Thielen. According to Ben Goessling of the Minnesota Star Tribune, the Vikings are still talking with Carolina about a trade. He also shared that Thielen is "excited" about the possibility of heading back to Minnesota.

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Do the Minnesota Vikings have the draft picks to pull off an Adam Thielen trade?

The Vikings have been mauling making a move for Adam Thielen but the Panthers asking price was an issue, is it still?

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Adam Thielen Trade Reportedly Eyed by Vikings After Howell Deal But Panthers Reluctant

The Minnesota Vikings have pursued a reunion with wide receiver Adam Thielen, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Vikings release Brett Rypien

NBC Sports · 11h

Vikings officially cut QB Brett Rypien, LB Cam Gill

The Vikings traded Sam Howell, signed free agent Carson Wentz and now have moved on from Rypien, turning over their quarterback room behind J.J. McCarthy. Undrafted rookie Max Brosmer was the second-best quarterback in training camp.

CBSSports.com · 1d

Brett Rypien: Cut following Wentz signing

However, that move was quickly followed by the Vikings' signing of veteran Carson Wentz, and Minnesota has opted to move on from Rypien with rookie Max Brosmer claiming the No. 3 QB spot. Rypien could draw interest from another team looking to add veteran depth at the quarterback position.

Sports Illustrated · 23h

Vikings release Brett Rypien; Max Brosmer safe?

Aug 22, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Brett Rypien (11) throws against the Tennessee Titan during pre-game warmups at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images / Steve Roberts-Imagn Images The Vikings are expected to release veteran Brett Rypien amid Sunday's quarterback shakeup,

Vikings add Carson Wentz

ESPN on MSN · 23h

Vikings sign Carson Wentz, trade Sam Howell to Eagles

The Minnesota Vikings shook up their depth behind starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy on Sunday, signing Carson Wentz and trading backup Sam Howell to the Philadelphia Eagles. For Howell, the Vikings received a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 seventh-round pick from the Eagles.

The New York Times · 1d

Vikings signing Carson Wentz, trading Sam Howell to Eagles, per sources: How it benefits both rosters

The move comes one day after Wentz worked out with the Vikings, raising questions about the team's depth chart at QB.

USA TODAY Touchdown Wire o… · 1d

Vikings add Carson Wentz as backup QB to J.J. McCarthy after trading Sam Howell to Eagles

The Minnesota Vikings have shaken up their depth behind starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy, signing Carson Wentz and trading backup Sam Howell to the Philadelphia Eagles, multiple sources said Sunday.

Who’s in? Who’s out? Our final 53-man roster projection for the Vikings

Here’s our final roster projection: J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz, Max Brosmer.

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Insider Links Vikings to Potential Trade for 1,000-Yard WR

Meyers would represent quite the acquisition for the Vikings if something does come to fruition. He hauled in 87 receptions ...

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3 biggest questions facing Vikings ahead of roster cutdown day

As the NFL's roster cutdown deadline approaches, the Vikings have already answered a couple questions. Trading Harrison ...

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A Review of the Vikings’ Current 2026 Draft Picks

The Minnesota Vikings have added a little bit to their stock of picks for the 2026 NFL Draft in recent days, and given that ...

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Minnesota Vikings rookie DL set to play a part in their DL rotation in 2025

The Minnesota Vikings ' defense lives and dies by the success of their pass rushers. The group coordinated by Brian Flores ...

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Vikings cut P Oscar Chapman, OT Leroy Watson IV

The Vikings waived rookie punter Oscar Chapman, the team announced Monday. His departure leaves only Ryan Wright on the ...

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The Vikings have the biggest draft screwup nobody talks about

Safety Lewis Cine was released by the Philadelphia Eagles over the weekend as the team prepared for the Tuesday cut down ...

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Vikings' Jonathan Greenard projected to have a big year in 2025 for Brian Flores