New Blood on the Way for Vikings

Aug 19, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; A Minnesota Vikings helmet sits on the turf before the game against the Tennessee Titans at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports.The Minnesota Vikings will have to defy history if they want to circumvent an 0-3 start to the 2023 regular season.

Just six teams in NFL history have later reached the playoffs after an 0-3 start, and no 0-3 squad has ever visited a Super Bowl.

New Blood on the Way for Vikings

There’s a wee bit of remaining optimism for Minnesota, though — the quarterback is playing well, the schedule eventually becomes easier, and all games are within reach via point margin — so fans will stay positive until…