# Vikings' QB Battle and Playoff Push | Minneapolis News

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Podcast: [Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/minneapolis-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7564425)
Published: 2026-07-27T22:03:13+00:00
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The Vikings’ playoff drought stretches to 2,400 days, fueled by coaching chaos, nine quarterbacks, and mounting pressure to turn things around in 2026. Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy battle for the starting job, with both needing just average play to secure postseason hopes — but shaky performances could doom them again. Justin Jefferson remains a franchise cornerstone, but his future hinges on consistent QB support. Jordan Addison must silence doubters with on-field consistency and avoid off-field drama. Kevin O’Connell’s job security rests on his coordinators’ success — failure could mean firing first. New GM Nolan Teasley, who had no input in free agency or the draft, now faces the challenge of reshaping the roster — and his first offseason will be a litmus test for the team’s future. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f28aaf8e23de4c48

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