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Minnesota Vikings Prepared to Make Blockbuster Trade for Superstar QB
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As if it wasn't already clear, after firing general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah last week, it became obvious that the Minnesota Vikings aren't happy with their recent performance. Considering they spent well over $100 million in free agency last season and somehow fell from 14-3 in 2024 to 9-7 in 2025, it's no surprise that the Vikings weren't pleased with the results.
In some cities, that effort would lead to a head coaching change, but the Vikings love what they have in Kevin O'Connell, who's led the team to a 43-25 record across four seasons. While they didn't feel coaching was the issue, clearly there's a problem with the roster, and in Minnesota, the conversation centers around the quarterback.
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The Vikings may be willing to be patient with J.J. McCarthy , the 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Yet, after seeing him be limited to just 10 out of a possible 34 games since being drafted, the Vikings may be prepared to make other plans at QB. Especially if that QB is a proven franchise solution.
According to The Athletic 's Alec Lewis , the Vikings are prepared to take a swing for the fences if a superstar like Joe Burrow unexpectedly becomes available on the trade block.
"If a player like Joe Burrow is available via trade, I expect the Vikings to do everything they possibly can to make that happen. It's more a question of what is available, and how far from a cost perspective is it gonna take."
Obviously, if Burrow hit the trade block, it likely means McCarthy's days as a Viking are done. While he did have a rough debut season in Minnesota, the 23-year-old QB would still hold some trade value around the league. Yet, the Vikings would surely still have to fork over at least two first-round picks plus more in the process.
Though, if it means landing a QB who's already made two conference championship appearances, then the Vikings are apparently prepared to pay the proper price.
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