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Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell’s Comments Leaves Door Open For Last-Gasp QB Trade

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said that he will defer to general manager Nolan Teasley regarding a potential QB trade.

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 6:44 AM
Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell’s Comments Leaves Door Open For Last-Gasp QB Trade
Key Things to Know
  • Kevin O'Connell left the door open for a quarterback trade by deferring decisions to GM Nolan Teasley.
  • The Minnesota Vikings face quarterback concerns ahead of the NFL trade deadline following Carson Wentz's poor performance.
  • Wentz has started three games since regular starter Kyler Murray suffered a hamstring injury in Week 8.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell refused to rule out a last-minute quarterback trade ahead of the NFL trade deadline. When asked if the team has considered acquiring a signal-caller, O'Connell deferred the decision entirely to general manager Nolan Teasley, leaving the door open for a potential move.

The speculation follows a poor performance from Carson Wentz against the Buffalo Bills, who has struggled since replacing injured starter Kyler Murray. With Murray sidelined by a hamstring injury suffered against Detroit and Wentz struggling, pressure is mounting on the Vikings' front office.

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