The P/PTSD Perspective: Picking a Side in QB Battle, Rookie Not Shining, and Demond Claiborne

PurplePTSD works in partnership with Vikings Territory, similarly doing their utmost to offer top-notch coverage of the Minnesota Vikings. As a result, we’re promoting five of their top articles of the past month in “The P/PTSD Perspective.” Take a peek at some of their best stuff.

The P/PTSD Perspective: August 15th, 2026

1) Vikings Fans Don’t Have to Pick a Side in the J.J. McCarthy-Kyler Murray QB Battle: Vikings fans will make the decision that Vikings fans want to make. Quite possibly, the majority of the fans will arrive at a consensus about the best path forward. Do note, though, that Minnesota has made the call.

2) Jakobe Thomas Isn’t Making Much Noise During Vikings Practices: Still early but there’s something to be said for what’s not said. Guys such as Chuck Demmings and Jake Golday have received no shortage of hype (Caleb Banks, too). Where does Mr. Thomas land within the safety hierarchy? At minimum, he should be a great special teams player.

3) Demond Claiborne Has a Better Day on Saturday: Quite possibly, nobody on the Vikings’ roster boasts as much speed as the young runner (corner Isaiah Rodgers may quibble with that perspective). Unless there’s an injury, Claiborne won’t go higher on the depth chart than being the RB3 in 2026. Maybe he can show enough in that job to still demand touches.

4) Jake Golday Gets Endorsement from Vikings Legend: The rookie is looking really good. He’s a versatile, explosive athlete who boasts good length. What’s yet to be determined is how much Brian Flores can put on his shoulders as a rookie.

5) Vikings Sign New RB, Say Goodbye to Another: A good GM is always hunting for ways to improve the team. Sometimes, that means showing a player the door to see if a different player can help. Can the new add solidify the running back depth?

Enjoy the extra reading, Vikings fans.

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