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Chargers Forced to Face Wild Justin Herbert Trade Speculation Involving Vikings

The trade deadline is turning into an absolute Wild West, and somehow Justin Herbert’s name is getting tossed around as the Minnesota Vikings’ QB fix.The Vikings sitting at 6–1 while watching their passing game stall makes the temptation obvious, and…

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 10:22 PM
Chargers Forced to Face Wild Justin Herbert Trade Speculation Involving Vikings
Key Things to Know
  • Media analysts have floated trade speculation urging the Minnesota Vikings to pursue Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert.
  • A potential trade deal is complicated by Herbert's full no-trade clause on his $262 million contract.
  • The Chargers have reportedly refused to sell veteran players ahead of the deadline, including pass rusher Khalil Mack.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Media speculation has emerged suggesting the Minnesota Vikings should attempt a trade for Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert ahead of the deadline. Analysts including Albert Breer of On SI and Aaron Schatz of ESPN proposed the Vikings reach out to Chargers General Manager Joe Hortiz, particularly with Minnesota sitting at 6-1 while Los Angeles has struggled to an 0-7 start.

Pankti Parmar of Heavy reports that any potential deal remains virtually impossible because Herbert possesses a full no-trade clause on his $262 million contract. Los Angeles has also shown no interest in trading away core talent, reportedly declining calls from potential suitors for veteran players such as Khalil Mack.

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