The Vikings News: 3 Quick Updates During the Bye

The Vikings news never fully stops. Lately, the effort here has been to corral some of what got missed in a Friday morning piece. So far, Vikings Territory has considered the rumors around Jauan Jennings, the J.J. McCarthy opportunity to play in New York, and a former player being done for the remainder of 2026. So, too, has there been a consideration of the players brought in for a workout alongside the poached practice squad talent (among plenty of other pieces). Check some of the Vikings news to be missed. Vikings News: 10.16.2026 No. 1 CB Byron Murphy Jr. the NFC DPOW Oct 11, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Minnesota Vikings cornerback Byron Murphy (7) intercepts a pass against New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave (12) during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The NFL took notice of Mr. Murphy s pair of interceptions. He s the NFC s Defensive Player of the Week: