Vikings end preseason with loss to Broncos, focus shifts to roster cuts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:38 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

The Minnesota Vikings concluded their preseason on August 28 with a 34-6 loss to the Denver Broncos. Despite the score, the game served as a final opportunity for players to showcase their skills ahead of roster decisions. J.J. McCarthy did not play due to injury, raising speculation about his future with the team. Meanwhile, Dontae Fleming had a standout performance with four receptions for 55 yards, while Kahlef Hailassie impressed with a high defensive rating and strong play. The team now prepares for roster cuts before the regular season begins.
- •Vikings lose 34-6 to Broncos in preseason finale
- •J.J. McCarthy is inactive due to injury
- •Dontae Fleming catches four passes for 55 yards
- •Kahlef Hailassie records six tackles, impresses with coverage
- •Team prepares for final roster decisions before regular season starts
- 4:38 AMYahoo Sports — 3 Takeaways From Vikings Brutal Preseason Loss to Broncos
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