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Latest news on Kyler Murray shows the Vikings may have to trade for a quarterback now more than ever

It’s been a wild week for the Minnesota Vikings, especially with the roller coaster with quarterback Kyler Murray. The biggest talking point surrounding the Minnesota Vikings is at the quarterback position.

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There's something fishy about how the Vikings and NFL insiders are handling Kyler Murray's injury

There’s something fishy about how the Minnesota Vikings and NFL insiders have handled Kyler Murray’s hamstring injury, which has gone from what appeared to be a minor issue to what’s now being reported as a Grade 2 hamstring strain.

Jauan Jennings News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Vikings' Jauan Jennings Back on Trade Radar After Vetoing 49ers Deal

Jauan Jennings already said no to one way out of Minnesota. Last month, the 49ers had trade terms worked out to bring their former receiver back, but the deal depended on Jennings getting on a FaceTime with Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch and saying he wanted to return, FOX Sports’ Jay Glazer reported.

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The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to win the most games in a single season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL QBs' quiz

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 7

The 1 trade Vikings must make in final week before 2026 NFL trade deadline

The Minnesota Vikings have established one of the best records in the NFL, holding a 6-1 record, despite an offense that has struggled to match the performance of their defense.

Kirk Cousins News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Insider Reveals Vikings' Real Stance on Kirk Cousins Trade Before Deadline

Every bad Sunday for Kyler Murray seems to send the Twin Cities back to the same name. Kirk Cousins is throwing touchdowns by the handful in Las Vegas, the Minnesota Vikings are starting Carson Wentz against the Bills on Monday night, and the trade deadline hits Tuesday at 4 p.m.

NFL News / Bring Me The News / November 7

Vikings trades latest: More insider steam on Daniel Jones, Jonathan Taylor

We are now just a few days from the NFL trade deadline and the Minnesota Vikings continue to be heavily linked to an offensive move. Much may hinge on

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / November 7

Minnesota Vikings’ best option at quarterback is one who hasn’t been discussed, and he fits Kevin O’Connell perfectly

Finding an answer at the quarterback position isn’t easy during the season, but there is one option that hasn’t been discussed. Make no mistake about it, the Minnesota Vikings‘ quarterback position needs to be fixed and quickly.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / HITC / November 7

Derek Carr breaks his silence on Vikings rumors

Derek Carr breaks his silence on reports he is set to join the Minnesota Vikings

Carr officially retired last year following 11 seasons in the league.

Vikings confirm Carson Wentz will start vs. Bills, Kyler Murray week to week with hamstring injury

Vikings could 'address the quarterback position' via a trade after Kyler Murray injury

Vikings hope Carson Wentz unlocks Justin Jefferson, revives stagnant offense

7 backup quarterbacks starting in Week 9 after Carson Wentz gets nod for Vikings

The 'Most passing & rushing TD games' quiz

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The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz

The 'Active 3-rushing-TD NFL games' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 7

5 Make or Break Players for Vikings in Week 9 vs. Bills

The Minnesota Vikings are coming off their first loss of the season, but Monday night’s game against the Buffalo Bills is an opportunity to gain respect around the NFL.

Christian Darrisaw News / A to Z Sports / November 6

Vikings Friday Injury Report: Christian Darrisaw improves, while the Bills have two late additions

Both the Minnesota Vikings and Buffalo Bills have extensive injury reports, including one starting quarterback. The Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Buffalo Bills Monday night in a game that feels like a must-win.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Spun / November 6

2 Quarterbacks Vikings Should Pursue Before Trade Deadline

The Minnesota Vikings have a Super Bowl-caliber defense at their disposal, but they don’t have a quarterback capable of leading them to the promised land.

NFL News / Bring Me The Sports / November 6

Vikings-Bills MNF score predictions from the Bring Me The Sports staff

Monday night is a big one for the Vikings. Not only are they looking to rebound from their first loss of the season in a primetime showdown against the Bills, but this game could have a significant impact on how Nolan Teasley approaches the following afternoon’s trade deadline.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / November 6

Vikings have an Opportunity to make a Statement Before National TV Audience on Monday Night

The Minnesota Vikings are sitting in first place in the NFC North with a 6-1 record. However, while their defense has been sensational this season and is at the top of the charts when it comes to giving up the fewest points in the NFL, most observers are diminishing their accomplishments because the offense has struggled so badly this season.

Kyler Murray News / Pro Football Rumors / November 6

Vikings Remain High On Kyler Murray, Open To Trading For QB

Fielding a suffocating defense mainly responsible for a 6-1 record, the Vikings have not seen what they have hoped from Kyler Murray. A second injury-driven hiatus is now on tap, with Carson Wentz returning to the lineup because of the starter’s hamstring strain.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / November 6

There's good news and bad news on Vikings' Friday injury report

The Vikings’ second injury report of the week, released on Friday afternoon, includes players trending in the right direction and players trending in the wrong direction ahead of Monday’s game against the Bills.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6

Daniel Jones is being linked to 1 team in trade rumors

Quarterback Daniel Jones remains the subject of trade rumors, with one team suddenly sounding like a plausible landing spot for him if the Indianapolis Colts move him.

Vikings could 'address the quarterback position' via a trade after Kyler Murray injury

Colts' Jonathan Taylor reportedly 'expects to be traded,' as NFL executives help predict his next team

4 contenders that need to trade for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor

Perfect landing spots for notable names ahead of NFL trade deadline

The 'Active 300-yard games leader' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 7

Perfect landing spots for notable names ahead of NFL trade deadline

The Indianapolis Colts’ Jonathan Taylor and Josh Downs currently dominate the news as the NFL’s most talked-about trade candidates. However, with plenty of names still up for grabs, here are three perfect landing spots for some other notable names on the trade block.

Daniel Jones is being linked to 1 team in trade rumors

Ravens complete trade with Cardinals for Jacoby Brissett after blowout loss

Ravens, Lamar Jackson want to stay together, but rumors persist

Derrick Henry shuts down trade request after Ravens' blowout loss to Jaguars

4 contenders that need to trade for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor

Christian Darrisaw News / Bring Me The Sports / November 6

Christian Darrisaw sounds a little concerned about latest injury issue

Vikings standout left tackle Christian Darrisaw was a limited participant in the team’s first practice of the week on Thursday, which is generally a good sign.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / November 6

Schefter, Orlovsky keeping a close eye on possible Vikings QB trade

Carson Wentz starts at quarterback for the Vikings on Monday night due to Kyler Murray’s hamstring injury. Within the next 16 hours or so after that game, anything could be on the table at the QB position in Minnesota.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Spun / November 6

Quarterback Trade 'On The Table' For Vikings Before Tuesday's Deadline

With just four days to go before the NFL trade deadline, the 6-1 Minnesota Vikings find themselves in an uncomfortable position at quarterback. Could that discomfort prompt them to make a trade at the deadline?

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 6

Giants allegedly emerge as favorites to trade for Jonathan Taylor

Giants allegedly emerge as favorites to trade for Colts' Jonathan Taylor over Vikings, Broncos

For an article published on Friday morning, Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated specifically named the Giants, Vikings and Denver Broncos as potential landing spots for Taylor. It sounds like one of those teams is closer to pulling off a trade than the other two heading into the first Saturday of November.

Colts' Jonathan Taylor reportedly 'expects to be traded,' as NFL executives help predict his next team

Colts' Jonathan Taylor shares new answer about possible trade request, plans to play vs. Cowboys

Some NFL people reportedly think 49ers could trade for Colts' Jonathan Taylor despite having Christian McCaffrey

The 'Active 3-rushing-TD NFL games' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 6

Vikings could 'address the quarterback position' via a trade after Kyler Murray injury

Recent stories suggested that the Minnesota Vikings could at least consider making a move to land Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones before the NFL trade deadline arrives at 4:00 p.m.

Vikings confirm Carson Wentz will start vs. Bills, Kyler Murray week to week with hamstring injury

Ravens linked with Colts' Daniel Jones as whispers about potential Lamar Jackson divorce grow louder

7 backup quarterbacks starting in Week 9 after Carson Wentz gets nod for Vikings

Colts' Jonathan Taylor reportedly 'expects to be traded,' as NFL executives help predict his next team

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / November 6

Vikings hope Wentz unlocks Jefferson, revives stagnant offense

Vikings hope Carson Wentz unlocks Justin Jefferson, revives stagnant offense

Wentz, who is expected to start while Murray is dealing with a hamstring strain, should give the Vikings the opportunity to make more big plays, and that would be a relief to Kevin O’Connell as well as the Vikings receivers.

Vikings confirm Carson Wentz will start vs. Bills, Kyler Murray week to week with hamstring injury

Vikings could 'address the quarterback position' via a trade after Kyler Murray injury

Vikings' elite defense out to corral Josh Allen, Bills

The 'Last 100-yard teammates by team' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / November 5

Carson Wentz becomes 7th backup QB to get starting nod in Week 9

7 backup quarterbacks starting in Week 9 after Carson Wentz gets nod for Vikings

Week 9 of the NFL season is set to feature plenty of starting quarterbacks standing on the sideline and not playing.

Shedeur Sanders drops message: 'When I smile, just know that means something'

Giants CB on Eagles benching Tanner McKee for Joe Milton III: 'Not a big deal'

Rams' Matthew Stafford laughs off concerns about potential elbow injury

Jim Harbaugh, Justin Herbert respond to 'deli meat,' 'seeing ghosts' jabs

Colts' Jonathan Taylor shares new answer about possible trade request

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 5

Vikings Sign G C.J. Hanson

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have signed G C.J. Hanson to the practice squad. Hanson, 25, was a seventh-round pick by the Chiefs in the 2024 draft out of Holy Cross.