The 1985 season was the Minnesota Vikings' 25th in the National Football League.
Under returning head coach Bud Grant, they finished with a 7–9 record and missed the playoffs for a third season in a row.
At the end of the season, Grant retired for good after 18 years with the franchise.
Notes Front office Head coaches Offensive coaches Special teams coaches
[2] Running backs (RB) Wide receivers (WR) Tight ends (TE) Defensive linemen (DL) Defensive backs (DB) Special teams Reserve The team recognized an all-time team in 1985 as part of the celebration of the 25th season.