Aug 16, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Howell (8) throws a pass against the New England Patriots during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Report: Vikings trade Sam Howell to Eagles, sign Carson Wentz

Originally posted on Minnesota Vikings on SI
By Tony Liebert | Last updated Aug 24, 2025 10:34 AM ET

The Vikings are trading quarterback Sam Howell and a 2026 sixth-round pick to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 seventh-round pick. In a subsequent move, they've signed veteran quarterback Carson Wentz, according to multiple reports.

Trade! The #Vikings are trading QB Sam Howell to the #Eagles, per me and @TomPelissero.

It’s a 5th in 2026 and 7th in 2027 to MIN, while PHI Howell and 6th in 2026. Minnesota, which recently hosted Carson Wentz on a visit, now has a QB opening. And Philly gets more QB depth. pic.twitter.com/LSLeYhMRPg
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 24, 2025

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After acquiring Howell via trade during draft week, he had an up-and-down preseason. Undrafted free agent (UDFA) Max Brosmer out-performed him, so Minnesota has now made a change in its quarterback room.

After trading Sam Howell to the Eagles, the #Vikings have agreed to terms with Carson Wentz. He’s their new veteran backup, after his workout with the team yesterday.
— Ben Goessling (@BenGoessling) August 24, 2025

Both moves could mean Brosmer has earned a spot on the 53-man roster. Wentz last played with the Chiefs in 2024 and the Rams in 2023, so he'll now give Minnesota another veteran backup with starting experience.