​Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) celebrates after hauling in a fourth-quarter reception during a matchup with the Atlanta Falcons, with Dec 8, 2024 marking the game at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Addison’s late catch energized the Vikings offense as Minnesota pushed for points in front of the home crowd. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images.In August, Vikings news isn’t scarce. Some of the updates therefore get missed in the normal coverage. Earlier in the week, Vikings Territory considered a free agent putting pen to paper and losing out on a different free agent. Kyler Murray is sitting at a low point in his career, the sledgehammer at fullback is doing well, and the team’s 1st-Round selection is breaking through with starters. Kevin O’Connell even had to fend off some Cris Carter quarterback commentary. Check out some of the news that got missed.5 Quick Vikings News UpdatesNo. 1 — The Jordan Addison Price Tag Comes into Focus Nov 9, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) catches a pass against the Baltimore Ravens in the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn ImagesBaltimore receiver Zay Flowers has proven to be better than Jordan Addison. Note: not more talented, but a better player. How is that going to impact Addison’s payday? Adam Schefter with the news: “Baltimore’s two-time Pro-Bowl WR Zay Flowers reached agreement today with the Ravens on a four-year, $140 million extension that includes $108 million guaranteed.” At present, Jordan Addison couldn’t reasonably ask for the same compensation. No. 2 — A Vikings Legend (Not Really) RetiresBrock Lesnar has done a lot in his career. He got a shout out from the team’s social media:🫡 @BrockLesnarhttps://t.co/vHAFsgewc1— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) August 4, 2026We live in a bizarre world. The Vikings and Lesnar on social media do little to lessen that sense of oddness. No. 3 — Kyler Murray Donates a Nice Chunk of ChangeArizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) and Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) embrace at midfield after their game on Sept. 15, 2024, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. © Joe Rondone/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesA tip of the cap to you, Mr. Murray. The 29-year-old quarterback sent along some of his money to support a good cause. Consider the update from Schefter: “To celebrate his 29th birthday Friday, Vikings quarterback and Dallas native Kyler Murray, through the Kyler Murray Foundation, is donating $29,000 to the Dallas Independent School District’s Family and Community Engagement Department to support the Parent Support Specialists who serve students and families across the district.”No. 4 — Brian O’Neill’s Deal Looking More ModestNov 13, 2022; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Minnesota Vikings full back C.J. Ham (30) reacts to scoring a touchdown along with Minnesota Vikings