Vikings Bye-Ku Week—The Undefeated Version 2.0

In 2024, the Vikings went into the bye-week with a perfect 5-0 record, and two years later, here we are…

By Joe Oberle · Purple PSD

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 2:22 AM

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Joe Oberle presents his annual series of Vikings-themed haikus, dubbed "bye-kus," during Minnesota's 5-0 bye week.
The Vikings previously entered their bye week 5-0 during the 2024 season before finishing 14-3.
Oberle's poems highlight Brian Flores' defense, kicker Will Reichard, Aaron Jones, and Justin Jefferson.

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Writer Joe Oberle celebrates the Minnesota Vikings reaching their bye week with an undefeated 5-0 record by sharing his annual series of team-themed haikus, termed "bye-kus." Reflecting on a similar 5-0 start during the 2024 season, Oberle notes that Minnesota went 14-3 that year under Sam Darnold before suffering an early playoff exit.

The author's poems highlight current storylines, including defensive coordinator Brian Flores' aggressive blitzes, kicker Will Reichard's consistency, and the contributions of Aaron Jones and Justin Jefferson. Oberle encourages supporters to submit their own nature-themed football haikus during the break.

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