Two months later, VikesNow‘s first-ever countdown of the franchise’s most important players is complete, with quarterback Kyler Murray taking the top spot.Murray turned purple in March for a teensy $1.3 price tag, and now he holds the key to whether Minnesota is a Super Bowl contender.Murray Is the Fulcrum of the Vikings’ 2026 SeasonMurray’s Role … Read more
VikesNow‘s inaugural countdown is nearly complete, landing on the No. 2 spot with two days to go before regular season showtime. The Minnesota Vikings host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.The second-most important player on the Vikings’ roster this year? None other than a fully healthy left tackle named Christian Darrisaw.Darrisaw Is the Foundation of … Read more
You’re going to be mad about this – – and we get it. “What do you mean Justin Jefferson is the third-most important player on the Minnesota Vikings’ roster? The guy is the identity of the franchise!”Those are totally valid arguments. But just because Jefferson is the most talented Vikings player doesn’t make him the … Read more
Two and a half years ago, former Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah spent a fortune to obtain outside linebacker Dallas Turner during the 2024 NFL Draft, and now it’s time for that gamble to pay off.Turner checks in as the fourth-most important Viking of 2026, according to VikesNow. Here’s why. The Turner Gamble Has … Read more
A where were you when moment – – VikesNow‘s countdown of the Minnesota Vikings’ most important players has reached the Top 5. To start the party, right tackle Brian O’Neill gets the call.The longest-tenured Viking remains vitally important to the enterprise. Here’s why. O’Neill Remains the Constant Up FrontO’Neill’s Role in 2026The Vikings need the … Read more
If you enjoyed the last meaningful NFL game in February, you are in luck: the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots square off in five days to start the 2026 campaign.So, to get you ready for that Super Bowl rematch, we’re releasing our inaugural power rankings. The criteria are simple: the teams we fear the … Read more
In 11 days, the Minnesota Vikings will kick off the 2026 season, hosting the Micah Parsons-less Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. To get there, VikesNow is counting down the most important players heading into the 2026 campaign, and at No. 6, outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel gets the call.The EDGE defender is more … Read more
Cornerback Byron Murphy checked in at No. 8 on VikesNow‘s inaugural countdown of the most important Minnesota Vikings players of 2026. Next, defensive tackle Jalen Redmond gets the nod.Redmond transformed himself into one of the Vikings’ very best performers – – and might even be the top defensive player overall. Jalen Redmond Has Become IndispensableRedmond’s … Read more
The Minnesota Vikings have shaved their roster from 90 men to 53, and the regular season is less than two weeks away, taking on the rival Green Bay Packers on September 13. Accordingly, VikesNow‘s countdown of the most important Vikings players of 2026 continues, stopping on Byron Murphy Jr. at No. 8.He’s Minnesota’s CB1, and … Read more
The Minnesota Vikings’ final preseason game will unfold tonight, roster cuts are Sunday, the regular season is about two weeks away, and we have No. 9 on VikesNow‘s most important players of 2026 countdown ready to reveal. Business is picking up, with Jordan Mason checking in at No. 9.Why Jordan Mason Is the Guy at … Read more