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Vikings Top Trade Targets & Teams to Root Against This Week

The Minnesota Vikings are 5-0, on a bye week, but are buyers at the trade deadline. Here are teams to root against this week to influence trades.

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 2:23 PM
Vikings Top Trade Targets & Teams to Root Against This Week
Key Things to Know
  • Steve Hoikkala argues the undefeated Minnesota Vikings should target veteran trades to bolster depth before the deadline.
  • Injuries have depleted Minnesota's depth, including season-ending ailments for Donovan Jackson and Josh Oliver.
  • Hoikkala identifies Colts lineman Quenton Nelson and Titans running back Tony Pollard among top potential trade targets.
The Story in 60 Seconds

PurplePTSD writer Steve Hoikkala argues that the undefeated 5-0 Minnesota Vikings should target veteran talent before the trade deadline. Hoikkala notes that season-ending injuries to guard Donovan Jackson and tight end Josh Oliver, along with knee issues for running back Aaron Jones, make offensive depth an urgent priority for general manager Nolan Teasley.

Hoikkala identifies potential trade targets on struggling teams, highlighting offensive lineman Quenton Nelson of the Colts, Titans running back Tony Pollard, and Eagles players Saquon Barkley, Landon Dickerson, and Dallas Goedert. He also suggests edge rushers Josh Sweat and Khalil Mack as viable options if their teams continue to lose.

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