Vikings star Justin Jefferson looked dejected on the sideline in a loss to the Chargers, leading to fan concern about his future.

J.J. McCarthy is in position to return as the Minnesota Vikings’ starter next week in Detroit against the Lions. McCarthy has missed five games with a high ankle sprain. Coach Kevin O’Connell said Friday morning that he “feels positive” about where McCarthy is from a health standpoint.

The Vikings opened Week 8 of the NFL season with an embarrassing blowout loss to the Chargers on national television. The loss drops them to 3-4 with the trade

The Minnesota Vikings were all-in on developing quarterback J.J. McCarthy this season, after his rookie year was lost to injury, with the belief they could insulate him from some of the natural struggles of inexperience by surrounding him with a stacked veteran team and a savvy coaching staff.

A dampened Vikings offense will seek a spark from a returning offensive weapon when they take the field against the Los Angeles Chargers Thursday night.

The Minnesota Vikings brought home fan-favorite and local hero Adam Thielen in a trade with Carolina, but it hasn't gone according to plan.

Minnesota Vikings fans react to a brutal TNF loss to the Chargers as Carson Wentz struggles and the defense no-shows in primetime meltdown.