Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell says he has ‘zero worry’ about Justin Jefferson's left hamstring as the star receiver continues to miss practice.

But what they saw in the heat of the summer, with the season barely a month away, may have been a bit unexpected.

As the Vikings prepare new quarterback J.J. McCarthy for life in the NFL, they should feel fortunate to have defensive coordinator Brian Flores on their side.

While Winston can be an effective spot starter and is a tremendous locker room leader, he should most interest teams looking for a dedicated backup and mentor.

The Minnesota Vikings are entering the 2025 NFL season with a new face at the helm. They are turning to an inexperienced quarterback, who hasn’t played a single NFL snap owing to a knee injury in the 2024 preseason opener.