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Unbeaten Vikings focused on winless Dolphins, not records

The Minnesota Vikings have yet to lose. The Miami Dolphins have yet to win. Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell does not want to hear about it. He is eager for his team to return in front of its home fans for…

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 7:56 PM
Unbeaten Vikings focused on winless Dolphins, not records
Key Things to Know
  • Head coach Kevin O'Connell and the unbeaten Vikings are dismissing early-season records ahead of hosting the winless Dolphins.
  • Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson missed Wednesday's practice with an ankle sprain, leaving his game status uncertain.
  • Quarterback Kyler Murray will make his second straight start for Minnesota after returning from an injury.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The undefeated Minnesota Vikings (3-0) host the winless Miami Dolphins (0-3) on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis. Despite the stark difference in early-season records, Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell stressed that records mean nothing this early as Minnesota prepares to face head coach Jeff Hafley's squad.

Minnesota quarterback Kyler Murray will make his second consecutive start, while wide receiver Justin Jefferson's status remains uncertain due to an ankle sprain. Miami will start quarterback Malik Willis and must adjust without running back De'Von Achane, who suffered a season-ending torn ACL.

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