Justin Jefferson before a game against the Washington Commanders at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 07, 2025. Michael Owens / Getty ImagesFOR SUBSCRIBERSMinnesota Vikings: 2026 NFL Kickoff GuideWelcome to the NFL Kickoff Guide powered by NBC Sports. Our expert researchers created a guide to the most important stats and storylines for all 32 teams this upcoming season.Aug. 26, 2026, 5:00 AM EDTBy NBC SportsThe Vikings’ defense is disruptive. Its coach is considered one of the league’s best offensive minds. Yet everything about Minnesota’s success or failure in 2026 hinges on which quarterback the team hitches its future to, and whether they can perform well enough to compete in the NFC North, one of the NFL’s most competitive divisions. The season kicks off on Wednesday, September 9, with the New England Patriots facing the Seattle Seahawks in a Super Bowl LX rematch. Live coverage begins at 7 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock. And visit NBC Sports for full NFL coverage.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.