After the game, coach Kevin O'Connell said that the Vikings drafted Felton in part because of his kickoff return skills and that he simply needs more work in the role.

The Minnesota Vikings are set to face the New England Patriots in their second preseason game on Saturday.

The Vikings and their fans believe they can remain in playoff contention as long as they have a healthy Jefferson lining up at WR.

The Vikings are coming off a draft with limited picks, but they're now heading into 2026 reloaded. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has shown he can build a roster through free agency, but the draft remains a work in progress. He has improved significantly since his first class in 2022, but 2026 is expected to be a pivotal year.

“While many fans may be seeing male cheerleaders for the first time at Vikings games, male cheerleaders have been part of previous Vikings teams and have long been associated with collegiate and prof...