The 2025 NFL preseason kicked off Thursday and continues through Sunday with several rookies playing their first snaps.

Of the announced crowd of 66,715 at the Vikings’ preseason opener Saturday, the fans who were at U.S. Bank Stadium got to see quarterback J.J. McCarthy back on the field for the first time in a year.

Vikings coordinator Brian Flores addressed the desire to add former Raiders defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, whom he drafted in 2019.

The Minnesota Vikings are entering the 2025 NFL season with a brand new quarterback room. J.J. McCarthy will take over as the team's starter, while Sam Howell is currently the team's primary backup ...