Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 30, 2026 — The Minnesota Vikings have officially set their 53-man roster for the upcoming National Football League season, concluding their preseason activities. The team announced a series of roster moves, including player placements on injured and suspended lists, alongside several notable player releases.

As the league mandates teams trim their rosters to 53 players by the start of the regular season, the Vikings have made their final decisions. Among the players securing a spot is quarterback J.J. McCarthy. His inclusion is a significant development as the team shapes its offensive unit for the forthcoming campaign.

Beyond the key inclusions, the Vikings also addressed roster depth and future considerations through other transactions. Multiple players were placed on the team’s injured reserve list, signaling that they will not be available for immediate play. The exact number of players placed on injured reserve and their specific designations were not detailed. Furthermore, some players have been moved to the suspended list, a move typically associated with league policy violations or specific disciplinary actions.

The process of finalizing a roster of this size often involves difficult choices. Reports indicate that the Vikings made several surprising cuts, leaving some players who may have been expected to remain on the team’s roster looking for new opportunities. The names of the players who were unexpectedly cut were not disclosed in the provided summary.

Specific details regarding the exact number of players placed on the injured and suspended lists, as well as the identities of those unexpectedly released, were not immediately available. The team’s finalized roster establishes the core group of players who will represent the Minnesota Vikings as the NFL season approaches.


Story summarized from the original created by Cory Knudsen on kstp.com, see more information here.

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