Vikings’ Make-or-Break Preseason: Three Players Fighting for Their NFL Futures in 2026

As the Minnesota Vikings prepare for the 2026 NFL preseason, three players find themselves squarely on the roster bubble, facing a make-or-break August to secure their NFL futures. Gavin Bartholomew needs to prove his health and on-field readiness after a lost rookie season, while Bo Richter must demonstrate real defensive impact beyond special teams. Defensive tackle Taki Taimani also needs to finally translate coaching staff trust into tangible box-score production to fend off veteran challengers.