Vikings face postseason struggles despite regular season success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 8:25 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings continue to experience postseason failures, having lost in the Wild Card round in both of their playoff appearances over the past four seasons. Despite posting a winning record in three of those years, they have not advanced past the Conference Championship since 2017. The team’s recent roster changes, including the signing of Kyler Murray, raise questions about their future prospects. As they head into a pivotal 2026 season, another disappointment could lead to significant changes, including potential departures of key figures like Kevin O'Connell and Justin Jefferson.
- •Vikings have finished above.500 in three of the last four seasons.
- •They lost in the Wild Card round in both playoff appearances since 2017.
- •Minnesota has not claimed the NFC North title in the past two seasons.
- •Upcoming 2026 season could prompt major roster changes if performance declines.
- 8:25 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings drawing the short end of the stick despite success
"Despite regular season success, the Minnesota Vikings continue to draw the short end of the stick.
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