Vikings enter final week before 2026 opener

Kickoff is set for Sept. 13 at 4:25 p.m. ET.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 61 min read

SEVEN DAYS‼️ Vikings football is back in one week 🤩 https://t.co/iAjdoKrQiC Via @Vikings on X

What happened: Minnesota will begin the regular season at U.S. Bank Stadium. CBS will carry the Week 1 game.

Why it matters: The date ends the offseason and opens Minnesota's 17-game schedule.

What to watch: Final roster and availability updates will shape the Week 1 lineup.

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