In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha hands out 11 midseason superlatives. Who has been the biggest surprise? Which overachieving team has the most staying power? Plus, there's a new face in the MVP race heading into Week 10.

How will the Rams' offensive playmakers follow up last week's big outing? Will Baltimore's defense step up against the Broncos? Our analysts provide bold predictions for Week 9 of the 2024 NFL season.

T.J. Hockenson is poised to make his season debut Sunday night against the Colts as the Vikings seek to end a two-game skid. The playmaking tight end's return provides Sam Darnold an outlet when the QB gets pressured.

There is major movement in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 9 of the 2024 NFL season, with Matthew Stafford making the biggest jump of any passer. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

Should you roll with Matthew Stafford on the road after a big prime-time performance? Is Jared Goff too risky a play at Lambeau? Check out all of Michael F. Florio's QB starts and sits for Week 9 of the NFL fantasy football season.

Which divisions are all but claimed? What does Chicago's road to the postseason look like after Sunday's last-second loss to Washington? In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha examines seven season-shaping outcomes from Week 8. Plus, who's up and who's down entering Week 9?

The Minnesota Vikings couldn't sustain another hot start, scoring just six points in the final three quarters in a 30-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. 

A new player enters the top five in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 8 of the 2024 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

Which team has the NFL's premier offense? Is Russell Wilson the best QB option in Pittsburgh? In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha identifies the six biggest statements from Week 7. Plus, who's up and who's down entering Week 8? 

Judy Battista identifies 10 takeaways from Sunday's heavyweight matchups in Week 7, including a heroic effort from Jared Goff to move the Lions atop the NFC North. Plus, how concerned should the 49ers be?

Jordan Love is knocking on the door of the top 10 in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 7 of the 2024 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha identifies five NFL bandwagons to hop on entering Week 7. Plus, who's up and who's down after Week 6? And which player vaulted to the top of the MVP rankings?

Which offseason acquisitions look the best so far in the 2024 NFL campaign? Tom Blair provides his early rankings, with two teams boasting multiple selections in this top-10 rundown.

There are seven players on the move in the top 10 of Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 6 of the 2024 NFL season, including rookie sensation Jayden Daniels. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

Which team MOST needs to trade for WR Davante Adams? Is one individual award already locked up? In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha reveals seven simple truths entering Week 6. Plus, who's up and who's down after Week 5? And who's leading the MVP race right now?

Are Najee Harris and Justin Fields about to run wild on Sunday night? Who wins a shootout between Aaron Rodgers and Sam Darnold in London? Our analysts provide bold predictions for Week 5 of the 2024 NFL season.

NFL.com's Bobby Kownack breaks down three things to watch for when the New York Jets and Minnesota Vikings travel to London for a Week 5 showdown.

There is a change at No. 1 and three new members of the top 10 in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings entering Week 5 of the 2024 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen and Minnesota signal-caller Sam Darnold garnered Offensive Player of the Month honors for September, while Washington QB Jayden Daniels was also lauded. 

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This weekend, a certain sect of Jets fans find themselves in a bizarre place as Gang Green takes on the Vikings from London. Those fans who've always stubbornly believed in Sam Darnold must hope he reverts to his Jets ways Sunday.

Which players should you scoop up to give your fantasy team a boost heading into Week 5 of the 2024 NFL season? Dan Parr provides a list of waiver-wire targets, including the sizzling Justin Fields.

In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha examines the biggest challenge facing each current NFL division leader. Plus, who's up and who's down after Week 4? What's the most intriguing game on the schedule in Week 5? And how does the MVP race stack up right now?

NFL Research spotlights the best nuggets from each slate of games. Here are the most eye-popping statistical accomplishments from Week 4 of the 2024 NFL season.

The NFC might come into focus down the road, but right now, a surprising Minnesota Vikings team leads the way as the NFL heads into October. Judy Battista breaks down the conference's unpredictable first four weeks.

While reacting to his team's Week 9 home win over the Indianapolis Colts in the 2024 NFL regular season, Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell explains why he's proud of the way his team "stayed the course" throughout the ups and downs of the "Sunday Night Football" showdown.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold delivers his third touchdown with an athletic throw to Vikings tight end Josh Oliver while rolling left.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's patience prevails on 7-yard TD pass to Vikings wide receiver Jalen Nailor.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold displays pinpoint accuracy with a 41-yard DIME ball to Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson in stride.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's pressured touchdown throw on the run finds diving Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison for six points.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold works his progression for a 19-yard loft to Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's 20-yard laser to Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson marks WR's first catch of 'Sunday Night Football' against the Indianapolis Colts.

"Good Morning Football" shares who they think between Indianapolis Colts quarterback Joe Flacco and Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold has the better story in the 2024 NFL season so far.

The Indianapolis Colts take on the Minnesota Vikings on SNF in week 9 of the 2024 NFL season.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold looks inward at Vikes' offense after non-call on safety.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's second touchdown pass of the first quarter marks Vikings wide receiver Trent Sherfield's first Vikings score.

"Thursday Night Football" Prime Vision tracks Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin's Jefferson's route on his 19-yard reception against the Los Angeles Rams.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's thirteenth touchdown pass of the 2024 NFL regular season opens the scoring in the team's "Thursday Night Football" game against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 8.

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson snags Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's perfectly placed pass at the Los Angeles Rams' 25-yard line on the first drive of the game.

The Minnesota Vikings take on the Los Angeles Rams on TNF in week 8 of the 2024 NFL season.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's deep ball to wide receiver Jordan Addison is picturesque.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold delivers perfect 33-yard pass to wide receiver Jalen Nailor.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold dots wide receiver Justin Jefferson on 25-yard TD.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold dots wide receiver Justin Jefferson for lunging 18-yard catch near midfield.

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell joins "Good Morning Football" to discuss Vikings' 5-0 start and their keys to success.

In a segment of "Good Morning Football", former NFL player Isaiah Stanback contends that Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's abilities will "dice up" Detroit Lions' defense in Week 7 of the 2024 NFL season.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold rips a seam-route pass to tight end Johnny Mundt for 21-yard gain.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's 25-yard sling dots wide receiver Justin Jefferson in Jets territory in fourth quarter.

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold's 27-yard strike pinpoints wide-open wide receiver Jordan Addison in third quarter.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold's 27-yard sideline loft lands in wide receiver Justin Jefferson's bucket.