The Vikings obviously have the option to look for a quarterback elsewhere around the NFL, but they've already invested a fifth-round pick in Howell, so they might as well give him a true chance. Starting the season with McCarthy, Howell and Brosmer as their three quarterbacks on the active roster seems like the most likely outcome.

The Minnesota Vikings resume Week 2 of the 2025 NFL preseason hosting the New England Patriots today. Where to watch, stream and NFL preseason TV schedule.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Max Brosmer (12) hands the ball off to Minnesota Vikings running back Zavier Scott (36) in the third quarter of an NFL preseason football game against the New England Patriots at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. The New England Patriots beat the Vikings, 20-12.

The Minnesota Vikings are executing what some NFL experts would call a risky quarterback transition in 2025. They allowed veteran Sam Darnold to leave for green

After the Minnesota Vikings announced that male cheerleaders Blaize Shiek and Louie Conn were joining their cheer squad, the NFL team defended their additions against online backlash.

The Vikings are coming off a draft with limited picks, but they're now heading into 2026 reloaded. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has shown he can build a roster through free agency, but the draft remains a work in progress. He has improved significantly since his first class in 2022, but 2026 is expected to be a pivotal year.

The Panthers appear to have an embarrassment of riches at wide receiver. Could the team deal its most proven pass-catcher before the regular season begins?

The Vikings are under scrutiny for their decision not to play J.J. McCarthy in their second preseason game, with just weeks before his first career start.

Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell cursed on live broadcast after spotting an illegal motion penalty during a mic'd up segment in preseason loss to Patriots.