Vikings consider quarterback trade as deadline approaches

Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley is said to be evaluating trade possibilities for a quarterback ahead of the NFL trade deadline on Nov. 10. Prime Video NFL insider James Palmer reported that the team "knows the market" and is reviewing available quarterbacks, noting that the decision could be influenced by the outcome of Monday Night Football against the Buffalo Bills.

Murray, who is listed as week-to-week with a hamstring injury, will not start the game; backup Carson Wentz is expected to play. Murray, signed as a free agent after being released by the Arizona Cardinals, has a 5-1 record in six starts this season, completing 64.9% of his passes for 1,022 yards, five touchdowns and three interceptions, and adding 167 rushing yards.

Wentz previously stepped in after Murray’s early-season concussion, leading Minnesota to two victories and completing 59.0% of his passes for 276 yards and three touchdowns without an interception.

Minnesota currently shares the league’s best record at 6-1 and leads the NFL in points allowed, averaging 13.3 per game. The team also features star wide receiver Justin Jefferson, whose usage has been questioned. Analysts suggest that any trade would need to improve the Vikings’ 27th-ranked offense, though a potential upgrade may be limited unless the Las Vegas Raiders consider moving quarterback Kirk Cousins despite a 4-4 record and playoff hopes.