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Minnesota Vikings assess competitive prospects for 2026 NFL season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 6:58 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Minnesota Vikings assess competitive prospects for 2026 NFL season

Summary

As the Minnesota Vikings prepare for the 2026 NFL season, they currently hold $13.1 million in salary cap space for this year and $46.1 million for 2027. The team recently wrapped up mandatory minicamps with a focus on their roster, including notable players like Kyler Murray and Jauan Jennings. The Vikings navigated cap constraints, resulting in a total free agent spending of $53.73 million, signing ten free agents, with Jennings as their most expensive addition at $8 million. The offseason moves, including the retirement of Ryan Kelly and restructures for key players, reflect the team’s strategy to enhance competitiveness despite financial challenges. Training camps are set to begin at the end of July, where the team will further assess its abilities and strategies going forward.

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By the Numbers

•Vikings have $13.1M in cap space for 2026, $46.1M for 2027
•Total free agent spending this offseason was $53.73 million
•Jauan Jennings signed for $8 million, filling a key position
•Team made roster moves to clear cap space, including player cuts
•Training camps begin at the end of July to evaluate team strength

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6:58 PMYahoo Sports — Minnesota Vikings News and Links: Will The Team Be Competitive This Season?

What they're saying

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According to overthecap, the Vikings currently have 13.1M in cap space for the 2026 season and 46.1M for the 2027 season. In 2027, as of today, the internal unrestricted free agents will be Brian O’Neill, Andrew Van Ginkel, Jordan Mason, Kyler Murray, Jauan Jennings, Blake Brandel, Aaron Jones, Isaiah Rodgers, Ivan Pace Jr, Carson Wentz, […]
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