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Vikings' Trade Deadline Needs
Vikings need trade moves to fix offense as perfect season continues.
In brief
Vikings need trade moves to fix offense as perfect season continues. Minnesota Vikings must trade for offensive help before Nov. 10 deadline to address weak offense despite 6-0 start. Originally reported by Minnesota Vikings On SI.
Vikings' 6-0 start
The 6-0 Vikings sit atop the NFL as the league’s last unbeaten team.
Offensive concerns
While defense and special teams showcase championship pedigree, offense becomes serious point of concern.
Trade deadline focus
General manager Nolan Teasley must add talent to fill gaps through trade deadline.
Backfield boost needed
Vikings need running back depth after Aaron Jones' workload drops.
Aaron Jones' injury
Jones plays through knee injury aggravated Sunday, day-to-day status.
Trade target: Jonathan Taylor
Colts RB Jonathan Taylor may be best-case trade for explosive running back.
Taylor trade challenges
Possible Taylor trade gets more expensive daily with multiple contenders checking in.
Offensive line needs
Vikings need offensive line help after Will Fries' disappointment.
Will Fries' issues
Fries' five-year $88m deal hasn't met expectations after leg fracture in 2024.
Trade target: Quenton Nelson
Colts OG Quenton Nelson becomes hot trade target for offensive line.
Nelson's situation
Nelson in last year of deal with Colts open for business.
Spoil Brian Flores
Add pass rusher Khalil Mack to defensive coordinator's unit.
Khalil Mack's status
Mack has three sacks in first four games but slowed significantly since Oct. 4.
QB room options
Vikings may switch QB after Kyler Murray's offensive fit concerns.
Trade target: Kirk Cousins
Raiders' Kirk Cousins unlikely to trade despite Vikings' interest.
Cousins' potential
Cousins could help Vikings' passing game after Sam Darnold's departure.
The bottom line
Minnesota Vikings must trade for offensive help before Nov. 10 deadline to address weak offense despite 6-0 start.
