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Kevin Seifert

Kevin Seifert

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ESPN Minnesota Vikings/pro football reporter. An "underrated good guy.” Slow and steady wins the race.

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Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · 1d

Let's be clear about what happened. Carson Wentz sacrificed himself to protect 2 QBs the Vikings valued more in the long term. It went on for as long as Wentz could manage it. Now, it's time to find out if J.J. McCarthy -- or even Max Brosmer -- can play.
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What Carson Wentz's injury means for Vikings, J.J. McCarthy

Wentz proved to be a warrior, playing through a serious injury, but now it's time to see what McCarthy can do.

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · 20d

"Two sleeps left."

The Vikings' unprecedented trip to Europe was a challenge in mostly unavoidable ways. Barring a late comeback against the 1-4 Browns, it would have been a bust. Inside a weird 10 days that I don't think anyone is in a hurry to repeat:

Inside Vikings' Euro trip: Lack of sleep, 'Terrible Towels' and what's next for J.J. McCarthy

Minnesota volunteered to be the first team to play back-to-back games in two countries. Was it worth it?

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Sep 12

Kevin O'Connell pushed hard this summer to get Vikings players behind J.J. McCarthy -- before he proved himself on the field. It largely worked. Aaron Jones: "We could play kickball, and I'd say, 'Yeah, this guy is a gamer. I want him on my team.'" STORY:
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'Yeah, this guy is a gamer': Vikings not surprised by J.J. McCarthy's eye-opening NFL debut

McCarthy said his performance in Sunday's comeback win over Chicago was "more proving it to myself."

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Sep 8

J.J. McCarthy is largely a mystery to the NFL. But if there one indisputable fact of his resume, it’s that he wins. His teams are 63-3 dating back to his sophomore year in high school. I did my best here to explain why, how and what it means for tonight.

J.J. McCarthy's game-day rituals: How eye black, meditation and Bob Marley get the Vikings QB ready

Justin Jefferson said McCarthy, who makes his NFL debut Monday against the Bears, "has the winning attitude."

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Aug 3

Vikings having a closed walk-through today. From last week:

Patience required for J.J. McCarthy: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Jeff Okudah getting lots of run: www.espn.com/video/clip/_...

The Jones/Mason split: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Our daily camp nuggets:
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'He's pretty much a rookie': The good and bad of J.J. McCarthy at Vikings training camp

McCarthy has shown a grasp of the offense while the Vikings preach patience in padded practices.

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jul 29

Jordan Mason took the first snap Monday of the Vikings' first full-pads team drill. I don't think there's much to read into, other than confirming earlier indications that he'll be in a relatively equal load share with Aaron Jones. STORY:

How will Aaron Jones Sr. and Jordan Mason split carries in Vikings backfield?

Jones, now 30, handled the heaviest workload of his career in 2024. How much will Mason eat into those carries this season?

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jul 25

“The best thing is we avoided anything serious.” Vikings WR Justin Jefferson diagnosed with a left hamstring strain after experiencing tightness Thursday.

Vikings' Jefferson (hamstring strain) to miss time

Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson will miss some training camp time because of a strained left hamstring that coach Kevin O'Connell describes as "very mild." The team will re-evaluate Jefferson next w...

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jul 22

Veterans for most NFL teams, including the Vikings, report today for training camp. Here is @espn.com's primary storyline for each team: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

And here is our Vikings camp preview: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jul 20

J.J. McCarthy is the only first-round QB in modern NFL draft history to miss his entire rookie year because of injury. Here's the story of how the Vikings avoided a totally lost season and got him ready to enter camp this week atop the QB depth chart.

Inside the Vikings' creative plan that saved J.J. McCarthy's lost rookie season

A knee injury kept the No. 10 pick off the field, but McCarthy spent the season preparing in unique ways to be the 2025 starter.

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Alan Sepinwall @sepinwall.bsky.social · Jul 19

About to enjoy a live appearance by my favorite actor from the Naked Gun films.

Weird Al Yankovic

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jul 17

Vikings WR Jordan Addison pleads no contest to a lesser charge, resolving his 2024 DUI citation. He'll pay a $390 fine. But since his "wet reckless" plea includes the involvement of alcohol, he remains subject to NFL discipline.

WR Addison pleads to lesser charge in DUI case

Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison pleaded no contest Thursday to a lesser charge to resolve a 2024 DUI citation, his attorney said.

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jul 10

During OTAs and mini-camp last month, I compiled a few ideas on how the Vikings might get LB Dallas Turner on the field more often in 2025. One way or the other, they'll need to be creative.

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'Dallas is coming into his own': Vikings' expectations for 2024 first-rounder Dallas Turner in Year 2

Turner barely got on the field as a rookie and still has veteran competition to deal with, so how will he make his mark?

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jun 25

The Vikings were in literal and figurative disrepair when the Wilf family bought them 20 summers ago. The franchise is now, in some aspects, an NFL model. But as the Wilfs enter their third decade in ownership, there is one more (big) box to check.

'Championships, fan experience, community': After 20 years as Vikings owners, Wilfs have one last goal

The Wilf family built a revered stadium and gets rave reviews from players, but the Vikings have yet to win a Super Bowl.

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jun 17

Over the past ~14 months, Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy has compiled a bigger inventory of practice and reps than you might realize. Here's what he has shown us, or at least the people who have taken the time to watch him.
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'He definitely has an arm': Five things we know about J.J. McCarthy as he preps to be Vikings' starting QB

McCarthy, the 2024 No. 10 draft pick, missed his rookie season with a knee injury. What did the offseason tell us?

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jun 16

Vikings WR Jordan Addison has a jury trial scheduled for July 15, per online records, in Superior Court of California. The date was scheduled in a hearing today in connection to his 2024 DUI citation near LAX. Addison has pleaded not guilty.

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jun 11

Our @espn.com NFL minicamp roundup includes the interesting case of the Vikings' Josh Metellus, who could step into a full-time safety role after spending 2 seasons as a hybrid do-it-all. He's also entering the final season of his contract...

NFL minicamp updates: Christian McCaffrey feels good again, Jets get Justin Fields experience

The majority of NFL mandatory minicamps are in action this week. Our reporters have the latest from around the league.

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jun 10

Vikings LT Christian Darrisaw's return to practice, in a limited fashion and with a big brace on his left knee, is part of our
@espn.com minicamp updates for Tuesday.

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NFL minicamp 2025 live updates: Browns rookie QBs look sharp

The majority of NFL mandatory minicamps are in action this week. Our reporters have the latest from around the league.

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jun 10

The Vikings signed tight end Josh Oliver to a 3-year contract extension just as mandatory minicamp was set to begin.

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Vikings ink TE Oliver to 3-yr., $23.25M extension

The Vikings have signed tight end Josh Oliver to a three-year extension, the team announced Tuesday, a deal worth $23.25 million with $19.9 million in total guarantees, Andrew Kessler of Athletes Fir...

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jun 8

All eyes are understandably on J.J. McCarthy, but for me the No. 1(b) development of Vikings OTAs has been Justin Jefferson’s voluntary (and enthusiastic) presence. STORY:

Justin Jefferson building rapport with J.J. McCarthy at Vikings' OTAs

Jefferson's focus is on getting the Vikings' new starting quarterback synced up ahead of the season.

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jun 6

After more than two years off the field, and following a stint on the morning shift at Dunkin' Donuts, J'Mar Smith is set to lead the Birmingham Stallions into the UFL playoffs. His wild story here...

Plucked from Dunkin', QB J'Mar Smith leads the Stallions into the playoffs

Smith, a former Stallions signal-caller, had given up on football before a string of injuries brought about his return.

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jun 3

It's no exaggeration to say that Jim Marshall was one of the toughest people ever to play pro football. His record of 282 consecutive games played -- in a more physically brutal era -- stood for decades. He died today at age 87.

Vikings' 'all-time iron man' Marshall dies at 87

Former Vikings defensive lineman Jim Marshall, a member of the famed Purple People Eaters who played in 282 consecutive games during his 20-year career that ended in 1979, has died after a lengthy hos...

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · Jun 1

We got a snapshot last week of how the Vikings are getting J.J. McCarthy ready to start.

How are Vikings testing J.J. McCarthy in his return to the field?

McCarthy has drawn Justin Jefferson to OTAs and tough pressure from DC Brian Flores.

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · May 30

Sincere congrats to Kevin O'Connell for winning the @pfwa.bsky.social's Horrigan Award. See details below.

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Kevin O'Connell PFWA 2025 Horrigan Award winner | PFWA

Minnesota head coach Kevin O’Connell, lauded for his professional dealings with the media who cover the Vikings and the NFL, has been selected as the 2025 Horrigan Award winner by the Professional Foo...

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Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · May 30

The Vikings and GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah have agreed on a contract extension, nearly 5 months after coach Kevin O'Connell also got a new deal. The intrigue here largely subsided after owner/president Mark Wilf said in March that he wanted Adofo-Mensah to remain in the job.

Vikings sign GM Adofo-Mensah to extension

The Vikings have signed general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Friday.

Kevin Seifert @kevinseifert.bsky.social · May 28

And here I thought the Vikings wouldn’t be able to use the critics, haters and doubters for motivation this season.
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