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The Minnesota Vikings condemned the vile racist message that quarterback Isaiah Rodgers received after the team’s 28-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
Rodgers posted the messages he received from social media users. Several messages he received included racial slurs.
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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) runs for a touchdown past Minnesota Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers (2) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025, in Minneapolis. (Ellen Schmidt/AP Photo)
The team released a statement about the incident on Monday.
“We are disgusted by the racial slurs directed at Isaiah Rodgers after last night’s game,” the team said. “As we have said before, there is simply no place for racist words or actions in sport or society.
“We support Isaiah and all players who unfortunately experience this type of ignorant and prejudiced behavior all too often, and we ask our fans to continue to fight to eliminate racism.”
Philadelphia Eagles running back Will Shipley (28) is tackled by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers (2) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025, in Minneapolis. (Abbie Parr/AP Photo)
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Rodgers added that the messages weren’t even the worst he’s seen.
“Racism is real,” he wrote on X. “Keep up the football, football. It’s not even the worst I’ve seen. Hang tight or shut up. ‘Fans.’ Fake applause, no support or faithful and never changing. Pick a side and stick to it!”
Rodgers was with the Eagles last season when the team defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. He joined the Vikings in the offseason.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers (2) reacts after breaking up a pass against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at US Bank Stadium on September 21, 2025. (Brad Rempel/Imagn Images)
He has 21 tackles, one interception, one touchdown and two pass breakups in six games this season.
