The NFL schedule release has become a highlight of the offseason, with teams competing to produce the most creative and entertaining videos. This year, the Minnesota Vikings got fans talking with a food-themed video that some thought contained a subtle jab at two prominent figures in the NFL world.

The speculation centered around a supposed recipe in the Vikings' video that included "1 tsp. of Russini juice" as an ingredient for cookies—a clear reference to Dianna Russini, the well-known NFL insider, and her connection to new Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. Given the offseason rumors and the fact that the Vikings face the Patriots in Week 14, many fans immediately assumed the Vikings were having some fun at their expense.

However, before you applaud the Vikings for their audacity, it's important to note that this "sighting" was nothing more than a cleverly doctored image. A close watch of the actual video reveals that around the 2:55 mark, the recipe shown is completely innocent and contains no such reference. The fake screenshot quickly spread on social media, but the truth is the Vikings kept their schedule video clean and free of any trolling.

As for the annual tradition of teams poking fun at rivals and newsmakers, the Los Angeles Chargers did indeed deliver their own share of jabs this year—but the Vikings stayed focused on the food, not the feuds. So, while the "Russini juice" rumor made for a good laugh, it's a classic case of internet fiction winning over fact.