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Oct 8, 2023; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Chase refutes report that he wants to top Jefferson's contract by a penny

Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase has refuted a report that he wants to beat Justin Jefferson's contract by just one penny.

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Chase refutes report that he wants to top Jefferson's contract by a penny

Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase has refuted a report that he wants to beat Justin Jefferson's contract by just one penny.

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) under center against the Las Vegas Raiders in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Aug. 10, 2024.

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J.J. McCarthy was 'extremely shocked' about severity of knee injury

McCarthy underwent a season-ending full meniscus repair on Aug. 14.

Aug 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) warms up before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

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All clear: No Vikings on injury report ahead of season opener

Jordan Addison and Jalen Nailor were full participants in Vikings practice on Friday.

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Matthew Coller: The Vikings are making their opponents prepare for the big boys

Entering 2024, the personnel has changed and the quarterback might benefit from a less pass-first offense than the one that was built for veteran dart-thrower Kirk Cousins.

Aug 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) warms up before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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How to watch and listen to the Vikings' season opener

The Vikings are just days away from kicking off their 2024 season in New York against the Giants. Here is all the info you will need for how to tune into the game.

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell.

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NFC North roundtable: Most favorable matchups, biggest concerns in Week 1

The Packers play Friday night while the Lions, Vikings and Bears take the field on Sunday.

Minnesota Vikings star wideout Justin Jefferson.

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Justin Jefferson: It's time to 'make everybody eat their words'

Jefferson is a believer in the 2024 Vikings roster.

Oct 23, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings safety Camryn Bynum (24) makes an interception during the fourth quarter as safety Josh Metellus (44) and cornerback Akayleb Evans (21) looks on against the San Francisco 49ers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Game-by-game, final record predictions from the Vikings On SI staff

Bragging rights are on the line with these weekly picks...

Aug 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) warms up before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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Justin Jefferson wants Sam Darnold to throw it up and trust him to make the play

Jefferson hopes Darnold has the confidence in him to give him contested opportunities.

Aug 10, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Vikings punter Ryan Wright (14) punts the ball against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field.

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Vikings work out two punters, still appear skeptical of Ryan Wright

The Vikings need to see Wright bounce back on the field this season.

Oct 15, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson (87) warms up before a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field.

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Report: Vikings restructure T.J. Hockenson's contract to free up cap space

Hockenson previously had a $14 million cap hit in 2024.

Jan 15, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) runs with the ball after making a catch while defended by New York Giants cornerback Adoree' Jackson (22) during the first quarter of a wild card game at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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Vikings-Giants Week 1 score predictions from the Vikings on SI staff

These two teams are looking to bounce back from poor 2023 seasons. Who wins the opener?

Nov 19, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II (97) celebrates after a sack against the Washington Commanders during the second quarter at FedExField.

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Three keys to victory for Vikings against Giants in Week 1

If the Vikings do these things, they'll have a good shot at beginning this season with a win.

Jan 15, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) passes the ball against the Minnesota Vikings during the first quarter of a wild card game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Behind enemy lines: Giants expert answers 5 questions ahead of Vikings opener

We check in with Patricia Traina of New York Giants On SI to get some firsthand intel on the Vikings' Week 1 opponent.

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Matthew Coller: Josh Metellus's captaincy speaks volumes about how far he's come

From a numbers perspective, Metellus led all safeties in QB pressures and run stops in 2023 and despite being targeted the most of any player at his position he gave up the 10th lowest yards per completion.

Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell and rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy at a training camp practice.

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Kevin O'Connell will make sure J.J. McCarthy stays involved this season

O'Connell said he plans on meeting one-on-one with McCarthy every week.

Nov 12, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jalen Nailor (83) catches a pass against the New Orleans Saints cornerback Alontae Taylor (1) in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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Vikings Wednesday injury report: Addison in 'good spot,' Nailor 'progressing'

The Vikings hope to have both receivers available for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Aug 10, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell after the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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Sam Darnold among Vikings' eight captains for 2024 season

Darnold is a first-time captain for the Vikings this year.

Aug 17, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Stefon Diggs (1) before the game against the New York Giants at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Stefon Diggs vows to 'never share' what led to split with Vikings

“None of those teams wanted to get rid of me. Things had to shake because I kind of wanted them to shake.”

Jan 15, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell and New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll embrace after a wild card game at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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Vikings' daunting schedule makes Giants game as must-win as Week 1 gets

The Vikings could be in some immediate trouble if they can't get a win on the road on Sunday.

November 28, 2021; Santa Clara, California, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer watches warm ups before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Ex-Vikings destroy Mike Zimmer in revealing interview: 'Petty and annoying'

"Mike wants everybody to be hard and that's Mike's problem."

Jan 15, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) dives for the end zone as New York Giants cornerback Adoree' Jackson (22) defends during the first quarter of a wild card game at U.S. Bank Stadium. The call on the field was a touchdown but was changed after review. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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There's 'not much to do,' but Justin Jefferson loves it in Minnesota

We have no idea what Justin Jefferson is talking about when he says there's "not much to do" in Minnesota. Has he ever been to the Mall of America? How about ri

Aaron Jones during an offseason workout with the Vikings.

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Aaron Jones likes that the Vikings are flying under the radar this year

Jones: "Eventually, they will be talking about us."

Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores at an offseason practice.

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Matthew Coller: Brian Flores has more buttons to push with Vikings' defense this year

The Vikings' DC detailed some of his new pieces on Tuesday...

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Vikings DC Brian Flores on roles for Dallas Turner, Harrison Smith this year

Flores touched on a wide range of topics at his Week 1 press conference on Tuesday.