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About Minnesota Vikings

Minnesota Vikings: 2025 Roster, Players, Schedule, Super Bowl Wins and More

The Minnesota Vikings are an American professional football team founded in 1961 and based in suburban Minneapolis, Minnesota, that plays in the north division of the National Football Conference (NFC) of the National Football League (NFL). The Vikings have appeared in four Super Bowls and lost each time. One of the few NFL teams to be named after a state rather than the city, other teams sharing this unique trait are the Arizona Cardinals, the Tennessee Titans, and the Carolina Panthers. The Vikings joined the NFL in 1960, but the first professional team was the Minneapolis Marines/Red Jackets, an NFL team that played intermittently in the 1920s-30s. During home games, the Vikings Gjallarhorn is loudly played and sounds often after the team has made a big play, gets a first down, or scores a touchdown. The horn's sound is in the interval of a Minor sixth in Western music. The term Vikings pays tribute to the state's Scandinavian heritage. As with the Vikings' entry into professional football, the state received a team after three decades.

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The Vikes’ jersey colors are purple and gold and their fight song ‘Skol Vikings’ is popular and features at every single one of their home games.  Their fan base, known as the "Skol Nation," is famous for its passionate support and the "Skol" chant. their home games are played at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Viktor the Viking is the official mascot of the Minnesota Vikings. He is an anthropomorphic Viking character and embodies the team's bold, fierce, and fearless attitude. Depicted as a large Viking warrior with a horned helmet, purple and gold armor, and a beard. He made his first official appearance as the Minnesota Vikings mascot in 1994. He has since become a central figure at home games and team-related events. And is often seen performing stunts, dancing, and leading fans in cheers during game-day activities. His persona is meant to reflect the team’s Norse heritage, and he is a fan favorite at Vikings games. 

 

Historical Background of the Minnesota Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings franchise was founded in 1960 and began playing in the NFL in 1961. They have a long and storied past, despite having won only one NFL championship, in 1969, the year before the NFL–American Football League merger. The team’s first seasons were rocky, but by the late 1960s, the Vikings became a dominant force in the NFL, particularly on defense.

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Particularly, the Purple People Eaters defense in the late 1960s and 1970s. The Vikings have won four NFC Championships and appeared in four Super Bowls (IV, VIII, IX, XI) but have yet to secure a title. Under their new owners, the Vikings have switched home fields twice. They vacated the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome and moved to the TCF Bank Stadium in 2014 and the U.S. Bank Stadium in 2016

 

Notable Milestones and Achievements

The Vikings have appeared in four Super Bowls but have yet to win one. Their appearances were in the following years: Super Bowl IV (1970): Lost to the Kansas City Chiefs. Super Bowl VIII (1974): Lost to the Miami Dolphins. Super Bowl IX (1976): Lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Super Bowl XI (1977): Lost to the Oakland Raiders.

  • The Vikings have 20 NFC North division championships. Their first title came in 1968, and they’ve continued to be a competitive team in their division.
  • The Vikings have won 4 NFC Championships (1973, 1974, 1976, and 1977). These wins secured their trips to the Super Bowl.
  • The Vikings have made 30 playoff appearances, solidifying their place as a perennial contender in the NFC.
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  • Dominated the 1970s with Fran Tarkenton, Alan Page, and Carl Eller leading the team.
  • One of the greatest offenses in NFL history with Randy Moss, Cris Carter, and Randall Cunningham (15-1 record) took place in the Vikings' 1998 season. A last-second touchdown by Stefon Diggs against the New Orleans Saints, one of the greatest moments in Vikings history.

Major Rivalries of the Minnesota Vikings

The Vikings-Packers rivalry, better known as the "Border Battle", is one of the most intense and long-standing rivalries in the NFL. This rivalry is largely due to their geographical proximity, with both teams located in the NFC North division and the two states (Minnesota and Wisconsin) being neighbors.

The Vikings-Bears rivalry, or the "NFC North Rivalry", is one of the oldest in the NFL. The Vikings and Bears have had several memorable matchups dating back to when the Vikings joined the league in 1961. Games between these two teams are often described as tough, physical, and hard-hitting.

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Reflecting the blue-collar ethos of both fanbases. While the Bears historically had a better overall record (especially in the early days), the Vikings have often been their main competition in the NFC North since the 1970s.

The Vikings-Saints Rivalry is more recent but has grown due to high-stakes playoff games and dramatic finishes. This rivalry gained traction in the 2000s, especially due to the NFC Championship Game. The Vikings and Saints met in the NFC Championship Game after the 2009 season. The game is infamous for the “BountyGate” scandal and for the Saints defeating the Vikings in overtime to advance to the Super Bowl.

 

Major contracts of the Minnesota Vikings in 2025

The Vikings have a total cap of $277,920,565 with a space of $21,200,438 along with a dead cap of $11,104,699. Some of their major contracts are:

Brian O'Neil: Signed a 5-year $92 million contract extension in 2021.

Jonathan Greenard: Signed a four-year $76 million contract in 2024.

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T.J. Hockenson: Signed a 4 year $66,000,000 contract extension in 2023. Including an $18,000,000 signing bonus, & $29,292,000 fully guaranteed at signing. The deal lowers his 2023 cap hit by $4.4M, but increasing his cash earnings by $10M.

Justin Jefferson: Signed a four-year $140 million contract extension in October 2024. Including $110 million guaranteed in June 2025.

Andrew Van Ginkel: Signed a 2-year $20,000,000 contract with the Vikings in 2024. Including $7,000,000 signing bonus, $10,000,000 guaranteed, and an average annual salary of $10,000,000.

Minnesota Vikings 2022 Roster Foundation

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Quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy
Running Backs Aaron Jones Sr.
Wide Receivers Justin Jefferson

Jalen Nailor

Jordan Addison

Tight Ends T.J. Hockenson
Offensive Linemen Christian Darrisaw

 Brian O'Neill

Blake Brandel

Ryan Kelly

Will Fries

C.J. Ham

Defensive Linemen Jonathan Allen

Harrison Phillips

Javon Hargrave

Linebackers Jonathan Greenard

Blake Cashman

Ivan Pace Jr.

Andrew Van Ginkel

Defensive Backs Isaiah Rodgers

Joshua Metellus

Harrison Smith

Mekhi Blackmon

Byron Murphy Jr.

Special Teams Ryan Wright

Will Reichard

Andrew DePaola

Stay tuned for more roster updates.

Notable Coaches and Players

Three Minnesota Vikings players have been awarded the regular season NFL MVP. They are Alan Page (1971), Fran Tarkenton (1975), and Adrian Peterson (2012)

  • Bud Grant (HOF, Class of 1994): Hall of Fame coach who led the Vikings to four Super Bowls and built the dominant Purple People Eaters defense.
  • Dennis Green: Coached the Vikings from 1992-2001, known for his high-powered offenses, especially during the record-breaking 1998 season.
  • Mike Zimmer: Defensive-minded coach who led the Vikings to multiple playoff appearances from 2014 to 2021.
  • Fran Tarkenton (HOF, Class of 1986): Vikings' all-time passing leader and one of the greatest mobile quarterbacks in NFL history.
  • Randy Moss (HOF, Class of 2018): Speedy and dominant wide receiver, famous for his record-breaking rookie season in 1998.
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  • Cris Carter (HOF, Class of 2013): Reliable wide receiver, known for his incredible hands and clutch performances.
  • Alan Page (HOF, Class of 1988): Defensive lineman and key member of the Purple People Eaters, the first defensive player to win NFL MVP in 1971.
  • John Randle (HOF, Class of 2010): Hall of Fame defensive tackle known for his relentless pass-rushing and high-energy play.
  • Paul Krause (HOF, Class of 1998): NFL's all-time leader in interceptions with 81, a crucial part of the Vikings' strong defense.

The schedule of the Minnesota Vikings in 2025

The Vikings have their hands full with their arch-nemeses coming for a showdown at home and away games. The full schedule is:

Home:
  • Chicago Bears
  • Detroit Lions
  • Green Bay Packers
  • Philadelphia Eagles
  • Washington Commanders
  • Baltimore Ravens
  • Cincinnati Bengals
  • Atlanta Falcons
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Away:
  • Chicago Bears
  • Detroit Lions
  • Green Bay Packers
  • Dallas Cowboys
  • New York Giants
  • Pittsburgh Steelers
  • Cleveland Browns
  • Seattle Seahawks
  • Los Angeles Chargers

Stay tuned for more schedule updates.

Founded1960
OwnerZygi Wilf
CEOAndrew Miller
Head CoachKevin O'Connell
General ManagerKwesi Adofo-Mensah
StadiumU.S Bank Stadium
LocationDowntown Minneapolis, Minnesota
SponsorsGameOn Technology, Selligent, Polaris, North Memorial Health, Verizon, Hy-Vee
ChampionshipsLeague championships (1)

NFL Championships (pre-1970 AFL-NFL merger) [1]

1969

Conference championships (4)

NFL Western 1969

NFC: 1973, 1974, 1976

Division championships (20)

NFL Central: 1968, 1969

NFC Central: 1970, 1971, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1980, 1989, 1992, 1994, 1998, 2000

NFC North: 2008, 2009, 2015, 2017

Official WebsiteMinnesota Vikings- www.vikings.com