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Vikings ranked eighth in NFL playmaker analysis by ESPN

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Vikings ranked eighth in NFL playmaker analysis by ESPN
Summary

ESPN analyst Bill Barnwell ranks the Minnesota Vikings eighth in terms of offensive playmakers in the NFL. This is a decrease from previous years, where they ranked fifth in 2024 and sixth in 2025. Although wide receivers Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison maintain a solid reputation, their performance last season suffered due to poor quarterback play. Tight end T.J. Hockenson is under scrutiny as he enters a crucial year before free agency, while the running back position remains a concern for the team. Minnesota will look to improve its offensive output as it prepares for the upcoming season.

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  • •Vikings drop to eighth in ESPN's playmaker rankings.
  • •Jefferson and Addison struggled with lower catch rates last season.
  • •Hockenson's upcoming free agency adds pressure for performance.
  • •Running back Jordan Mason and Aaron Jones face criticism for fumbles.
  • •Kevin O'Connell aims to revitalize the passing game with new schemes.
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What they're saying
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The answer is seven, according to ESPN’s Bill Barnwell. The analyst ranked the weapons of every team and Justin Jefferson’s […]

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