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Quaterback John Wolford has been elevated to the active roster for the first time since the Vikings signed him in October. Minnesota announced on Saturday that Wolford, cornerback Dwight McGlothern Jr.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 6

Vikings Make Three Moves, Promote QB John Wolford

The Minnesota Vikings announced Saturday that they’ve signed QB John Wolford to their active roster. The Vikings also CB Dwight McGlothern Jr. and DL Taki Taimani elevated to the active roster for tomorrow’s game.

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 29

Vikings Call Up Two For Week 13 Including QB John Wolford

The Minnesota Vikings announced Saturday that they’ve elevated CB Dwight McGlothern Jr. and QB John Wolford to the active roster for Sunday’s game. The Vikings are set to start Max Brosmer with J.J.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 29

J.J. McCarthy to return in Week 9 as Vikings sign depth QB

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Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / October 29

Former Jaguars Backup Finds Familiar New Home

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Some familiar roots have helped a former Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback find a new home. The Minnesota Vikings signed former Jaguars quarterback John Wolford to their practice squad on Wednesday, and there aare plenty of ties related to the Jaguars that go into the signing.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 29

Vikings sign QB John Wolford with Carson Wentz out

The Minnesota Vikings signed John Wolford to the practice squad on Wednesday, one day after fellow quarterback Carson Wentz was ruled out for the season with a shoulder injury.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 29

Vikings sign veteran QB with ties to Kevin O'Connell

And the winner of the 2025 Vikings midseason quarterback addition award is: John Wolford. The Vikings needed to add a third quarterback after losing Carson Wentz to a season-ending shoulder injury, and they went to the Kevin O'Connell archives and dug up Wolford, who played on the Los Angeles Rams teams that O'Connell was part of in 2020 and 2021.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 29

Vikings Signed QB John Wolford To Practice Squad

According to Tom Pelissero, the Vikings are signing QB John Wolford to their practice squad. Minnesota needed help at quarterback after losing QB Carson Wentz for the season and specifically they wanted someone with experience given how young their quarterback room of J.J.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Pro Football Rumors / August 26, 2025

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Jacksonville Jaguars News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 25, 2025

Jaguars Releasing QB John Wolford

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports the Jaguars are releasing QB John Wolford. Wolford, 29, wound up signing on with the Jets as an undrafted free agent out of Wake Forest.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / February 17, 2025

Jaguars sign QB John Wolford

It didn’t take long for the new Jaguars regime to start adding to their roster. The team announced today that they’ve signed quarterback John Wolford and wide receiver Louis Rees-Zammit.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / February 17, 2025

Former Super Bowl-winning Bucs QB John Wolford signs with Jaguars under Liam Coen

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Jacksonville Jaguars News / Pro Football Talk / February 17, 2025

Jaguars re-sign John Wolford, Louis Rees-Zammit

Two players that spent time with Jacksonville's practice squad in 2024 will be back with the club to start the offseason program. The Jaguars announced they've signed quarterback John Wolford and receiver Louis Rees-Zammit to the active roster.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / December 5, 2024

Watch: Jaguars' John Wolford Reflects on Joining Hometown Team

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback John Wolford spoke on Wednesday, and we were there for it all. To watch his interview, view above. Jaguars linebacker Foyesade Oluokun spoke on Monday.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / December 4, 2024

Jaguars Make Important Addition Following QB Injury

The Jacksonville Jaguars have made a big-time move for the practice squad. The Jaguars announced on Tuesday the signing of veteran quarterback John Wolford to the practice squad, which could be a sign of where things stand with Trevor Lawrence's status following his concussion vs.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / December 4, 2024

What Does New Jaguars QB John Wolford Bring to the Table?

The Jacksonville Jaguars have a new quarterback in town. In the days following starting quarterback Trevor Lawrence's concussion vs. the Houston Texans in Sunday's 23-20 loss, the Jaguars opted to add another quarterback to the roster in the form of practice squad signal-caller John Wolford.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / December 3, 2024

Jaguars sign former Super Bowl-champion QB in wake of Trevor Lawrence injury

With Trevor Lawrence now out of commission, the Jacksonville Jaguars are working to shore up their quarterback position. The Jaguars announced Tuesday that they are signing veteran QB John Wolford.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / March 15, 2024

Buccaneers Re-Sign Backup Quarterback

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have re-signed backup quarterback John Wolford to a one-year deal. Via buccaneers.com’s Scott Smith, “The Bucs agreed to terms

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 31, 2023

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