Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray seems in team-produced content material throughout the membership’s offseason program after becoming a member of the group in free company. On June 8, 2026, the Vikings featured Murray in launched media as he continued preparations for his first season in Minnesota following his March arrival. Necessary Credit score: YouTube.
VikingsTerritory can have a 53-man roster projection in July and August, however first, it’s time to take a look at the lay of the land earlier than necessary minicamp, which begins this week in Eagan. The Minnesota Vikings didn’t have the busiest offseason identified to man per participant motion, although the staff does really feel considerably totally different with Kyler Murray within the saddle.
The next is a depth chart projection — with coaching camp seven weeks out. All rookies are famous in daring.
Vikings Roster Battles Come into Focus earlier than Coaching Camp
Minnesota Vikings working again Jordan Mason goes by pregame warmups earlier than a house matchup in opposition to the Philadelphia Eagles at U.S. Financial institution Stadium. Mason entered the season as an vital addition to Minnesota’s backfield and depth chart plans. Captured on Oct. 19, 2025, the picture exhibits the veteran making ready for one more regular-season problem. Necessary Credit score: Brad Rempel-Imagn Pictures.
— Offensive Roster —
Quarterback
QB1: Kyler MurrayQB2: J.J. McCarthyQB3: Carson WentzQB4: Max Brosmer
The primary week of OTAs — and doubtless upcoming minicamp — taught the plenty that Murray is the unabashed frontrunner to win the Vikings’ QB1 job. It’s not that mysterious.
Operating Again
RB1: Aaron JonesRB2: Jordan MasonRB3: Demond ClaiborneRB4: Zavier ScottRB5: Kejon Owens
Claiborne flashed at OTAs, and he’ll have three extra months to try this earlier than maybe getting some rookie touches in September. He’s acquired the velocity for the job — 4.37.
Fullback
FB1: Max Bredeson
With C.J. Ham freshly retired, Minnesota received’t abandon the fullback spot; Bredeson is in the home as a substitute.
Extensive Receiver
WR1: Justin Jefferson WR2: Jordan Addison WR3: Jauan JenningsWR4: Tai FeltonWR5: Myles PriceWR6: Jeshaun JonesWR7: Dontae FlemingWR8: Dillon BellWR9: Luke WysongWR10: Marcus SandersWR11: Terrill DavisWR12: Michael BriscoeWR13: Trayvon Rudolph
The Jennings acquisition made this group to die for — and maybe the NFL’s prime WR corps. Bell, an undrafted free agent, has already turned heads this month.
Tight Finish
TE1: T.J. Hockenson TE2: Josh OliverTE3: Ben YurosekTE4: Gavin BartholomewTE5: Bryson Nesbit
That is the only untouched roster spot from the 2026 offseason, although Ben Sims left for the Miami Dolphins.
Left Deal with
LT1: Christian DarrisawLT2: Caleb TiernanLT3: Caleb EtienneLT4: Tristan Leigh
Darrisaw mentioned he feels the very best he has in two years, and that his ACL is “great” total. That makes followers really feel, nicely, nice.
Proper Deal with
RT1: Brian O’NeillRT2: Ryan Van DemarkRT3: Walter Rouse
Anticipate O’Neill contract extension talks to warmth up between now and September.
Middle
C1: Blake BrandelC2: Michael JurgensC3: Gavin Gerhardt
Brandel took all beginning snaps at OTAs. He’s “the guy” at heart in 2026, imagine it or not.
Left Guard
LG1: Donovan JacksonLG2: Henry ByrdLG3: Delby Lemieux
Ohio State offensive lineman Donovan Jackson participates in place drills throughout the NFL Scouting Mix at Lucas Oil Stadium. Jackson drew consideration from evaluators together with his dimension, athleticism, and flexibility alongside the offensive entrance. Photographed on March 2, 2025, the exercise helped solidify his standing among the many draft’s prime offensive line prospects. Necessary Credit score: Kirby Lee-Imagn Pictures.
Jackson mentioned final week that he felt like a “headless chicken” studying the Vikings’ playbook as a rookie and that he now feels extra acclimated.
Proper Guard
RG1: Will FriesRG2: Joe HuberRG3: Vershon LeeRG4: Tomas Rimac
It’s a giant 12 months for Fries. Minnesota spent huge on him final offseason, however can considerably simply offload him subsequent offseason if he proves to be a dud.
— Defensive Roster —
Exterior Linebacker
OLB1: Andrew Van Ginkel OLB2: Dallas TurnerOLB3: Bo RichterOLB4: Tyler BattyOLB5: Chaz ChamblissOLB6: Cam’Ron StewartOLB7: Arden Walker
The Vikings will embark on an everyday season with out Danielle Hunter or Jonathan Greenard for the primary time since 2014.
Defensive Finish
DE1: Jalen Redmond DE2: Caleb BanksDE3: Tyrion Ingram-DawkinsDE4: Isaiahh LoudermilkDE5: Eric JohnsonDE6: Smith VilbertDE7: Monkell Goodwine*Please Observe: Most NFL terminology considers this spot “defensive tackle.”
With Loudermilk and Johnson signed within the final a number of weeks, Minnesota retains stacking DT depth.
Nostril Deal with
NT1: Domonique OrangeNT2: Levi Drake RodriguezNT3: Taki TaimaniNT4: Elijah Williams
This group has lots of beef, which is strictly what you need from a nostril deal with room.
Center Linebacker
MLB1: Eric WilsonMLB2: Ivan Tempo Jr.MLB3: Jacob RobertsMLB4: Bangally Kamara
Some assume Tempo Jr. might be reduce in August if rookie Jake Golday is the true deal.
Weakside Linebacker
WLB1: Blake CashmanWLB2: Jake GoldayWLB3: Josh RossWLB4: Keli Lawson
Minnesota Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman celebrates after a defensive cease throughout a divisional matchup in opposition to the Detroit Lions at U.S. Financial institution Stadium. Cashman performed a key function in Minnesota’s defensive effort and energized the house crowd together with his depth. Captured on Dec. 25, 2025, the second displays his management inside Brian Flores’ protection. Necessary Credit score: Matt Krohn-Imagn Pictures.
Like O’Neill, Cashman is eligible for a contract extension, though he turned 30 this offseason.
Cornerback
CB1: Byron Murphy Jr.CB2: Isaiah RodgersCB3: James PierreCB4: Charles DemmingsCB5: Dwight McGlothernCB6: Zemaiah VaughnCB7: Da’Veawn ArmsteadCB8: Marcus AllenCB9: Tyreek Chappell
This group doesn’t have stars, but it surely lastly has a little bit of depth. That eluded the Vikings final 12 months whereas Murphy Jr. and Rodgers someway didn’t miss a single recreation.
Security
S1: Josh MetellusS2: Jay WardS3: Theo JacksonS4: Jakobe ThomasS5: Tavierre ThomasS6: Kahlef HailassieS7: Jacob Thomas
Vikings Nation stays on Harrison Smith Watch. We guess he returns for yet another 12 months.
— Particular Groups Roster —
Kicker
K1: Will Reichard will battle Brandon Aubrey from the Dallas Cowboys in 2026 for the title of finest kicker in soccer.
Punter
P1: Johnny HekkerP2: Brett Thorson
Thorson received the award for finest faculty punter in 2025, and he’s someway not mechanically the Vikings’ primary punter in 2026.
Lengthy Snapper
LS1: Andrew DePaola
DePaola is the oldest man on Minnesota’s roster.
Kick Returner
KR1: Myles Worth
Worth needs to play extra on offense in 2026; we will see if that’s actual or only a summer season speaking level.
Punt Returner
PR1: Myles PricePR2: Tai Felton
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