Like the Vikings' offense, this season is about to become an absolute roller coaster, with the Bills on deck in Week 9 and the trade deadline to follow . While some Vikings have helped to steady the ship, others are making progress harder.

The Lions handed the Vikings their first loss of the year, and there was plenty of blame to go around. From missed tackles to a dud of a day on offense, it just wasn't in the cards.

So, after the defeat, who is seeing their stock rise, and who might be in for a long season?

Stock up: James Pierre, CB

Pierre notched his second interception of the season last Sunday and handed Jared Goff his first of the year. After ranking as their No. 2 cornerback in 2025, Pierre is once again a Pro Football Focus darling in 2026.…