Author: Darren Hails
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Way-too-early Vikings 2026 win-loss predictions
The Minnesota Vikings’ 2026 schedule is out, which can only mean one thing: it’s time to make some brave, probably regrettable predictions. Darren Hails goes game-by-game through the new slate, weighs the quarterback question, the Jauan Jennings addition, Dallas Turner’s pass-rush burden and a brutal NFC North, before landing on a way-too-early forecast.
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The Skol Scroll: the Vikings stories everyone nearly missed this week
Each week, Vikings news is full of the usual headlines and debate topics. Stories get shared, argued over and somehow always turn into a quarterback discussion by the end of the day. That’s where The Skol Scroll comes in, a weekly look at the stories just below the surface. These aren’t throwaway details. Often it’s…
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Jauan Jennings gives the Vikings exactly what their receiver room was missing
The Vikings added to their receiver room on Thursday night, bringing in former San Francisco 49ers wideout Jauan Jennings on a one-year deal. It’s a position the team needed to add depth at. Darren Hails explores the reasoning behind the move and why Jennings is the right guy for this team.
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J. J. McCarthy, early injuries and what they could mean for the Vikings
SKOLding Hot Takes J. J. McCarthy, early injuries and what they could mean for the Vikings The Minnesota Vikings are knee-deep in an injury crisis, but the most prominent among their laundry list of ailments is quarterback J. J. McCarthy. We’ve seen this kind of thing before, but what matters now is how we manage…
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Jeff Okudah: A fresh start with the Vikings in 2025
Jeff Okudah eyes breakout season with Minnesota Vikings Vikings fans, take note – the former no. 3 overall pick enters the 2025 season with a new team, a new system and renewed purpose. Speaking at Vikings mandatory minicamp on June 11, Okudah explained why he’s optimistic about this new chapter. “What excited me most about…
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Minnesota Vikings 2024 Undrafted Free Agents (Defense): who’s going to make the team?
In-Depth Profiles of Minnesota Vikings 2024 Defensive Undrafted Free Agents Following the annual NFL draft, the scramble for undrafted free agents (UDFAs) presents a golden opportunity for teams to augment their rosters with overlooked talent. The Minnesota Vikings, known for their astute UDFA acquisitions, are no exception. Last year, Ivan Pace Jr. not only made…
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Minnesota Vikings 2024 Undrafted Free Agents (Offense): who’s going to make the team?
In-Depth Profiles of Minnesota Vikings 2024 Offensive Undrafted Free Agents Following the annual NFL draft, the scramble for undrafted free agents (UDFAs) presents a golden opportunity for teams to augment their rosters with overlooked talent. The Minnesota Vikings, known for their astute UDFA acquisitions, are no exception. Last year, Ivan Pace Jr. not only made…
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Minnesota Vikings 2024 NFL Draft Lowdown
Minnesota Vikings 2024 NFL Draft Lowdown With the 2024 NFL Draft wrapped up, the Vikings have made some strategic picks to bolster the team, ensuring exciting times ahead for our favourite NFL squad. Here, we take an in-depth look at each of the new additions to the Vikings roster, exploring what these players…