NFL, Vikings and Trade Deadline
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McCarthy led the Vikings to a huge win in Detroit just hours after ESPN's experts said Minnesota's decision to go with McCarthy over Darnold was 'horrendous.'
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell addressed the team exploring quarterback trades ahead of the NFL deadline on Tuesday. The post Vikings Coach Issues Clear Message on Potential QB Trade appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Vikings fans hoping for a splashy Kirk Cousins reunion may want to temper expectations. After a rough cameo with Atlanta and chatter that Minnesota is the only logical landing spot, the Falcons have not shown interest in moving him, and any deal would collide with each team’s need for a reliable veteran behind its starter.
A day after starter J.J. McCarthy's triumphant return to the field, Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said he is "pretty comfortable" with his team's quarterback depth as the NFL trade deadline approaches.
The Vikings are coming off back-to-back disappointing performances and have lost two games in a row for the first time all year. They now sit with a record of 3-4, at the bottom of the NFC North, and they have some work to do.
After a strong first half against the Detroit Lions, Aaron Jones is questionable to return with a shoulder injury.
The Vikings could trade for a veteran QB. Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston possible targets, per ESPN. More at Pro Football Rumors.
The Vikings have the NFL's most difficult remaining schedule, according to ESPN's Football Power Index, and McCarthy saw an opportunity to defy the odds. He did his part Sunday, throwing touchdown passes of 10 yards to Justin Jefferson and 7 yards to T.J ...