The Minnesota Vikings were sloppy in a 20-12 loss to the New England Patriots on Saturday, but there were still some silver linings.

A suspension to solidified WR2 Jordan Addison changed things for Minnesota, even leading to a preseason trade. But still, between Aaron Jones at running back, T.J. Hockenson at tight end and a deep receiver room, the Vikings should be able to get by without Addison.

The Minnesota Vikings are making final preparations for their Week 1 season opener against the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. Leading up to the game, there has been some question about superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson.

Jordan Mason showed why the Vikings traded for him this offseason, running four times for 20 yards. But it was third-year running back Zavier Scott who stole the show, running seven times for 40 yards, helping spearhead a 94-yard touchdown drive in the second quarter.

The Vikings wrapped up their three-game preseason slate with a loss against the Titans on Friday night. Ahead of final roster cuts on Tuesday, let's go over the five players who we think boosted their stock the most during preseason action, led by one obvious headliner.

Vikings quarterback Max Brosmer was predicted to make the initial 53-man roster over veterans Sam Howell and Brett Rypien after the team's preseason finale.

QB J.J. McCarthy, who missed his rookie season after suffering a knee injury, led a scoring drive in his only series in the Minnesota Vikings preseason opener Saturday.

J.J. McCarthy made a solid return for the Vikings, completing 4 of 7 passes for 30 yards in a preseason win over the Houston Texans.

Exploring the Chicago Bears getting 1.5 points against the Vikings and JJ McCarthy’s expected impact post-injury. Discover key insights on the upcoming game.