The Minnesota Vikings spent big to upgrade their roster around J.J. McCarthy, but they already face a significant concern.

The Minnesota Vikings have placed running back Aaron Jones on injured reserve with a right hamstring injury, keeping him out for at least the team's next four games, per Alec Lewis of The Athletic. In a corresponding move,

The Vikings chose JJ McCarthy over Sam Darnold as their quarterback in 2025. That decision could cost them before the playoffs.

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is very likely a happy camper after seeing the Detroit Lions extend Jameson Williams to a massive contract. It's a massive extension for Williams, who has already missed 18 games in his short career,

With starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy currently sidelined with an ankle injury, the Minnesota Vikings are adding a quarterback to their roster.

According to a report from the NFL Network, the Minnesota Vikings are signing former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder to their 53-man roster. The Vikings not only lost their Week 2 matchup against the Falcons, but they lost starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy to a high ankle sprain.

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson praised what Adam Thielen can offer the team and clapped back at those critical of the trade.

J.J. McCarthy posted the highest QB rating (149.5) of any quarterback that played in the fourth quarter, going 6-for-8 for 87 yards and two touchdowns. He also added a 14-yard scramble for a touchdown, to make it three touchdowns on the day, tying the most by any quarterback in the final quarter with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen.

Minnesota's refurbished front was supposed to be a strength this season. After two poor performances, concerns — and injuries — abound.