Minnesota Vikings facing quarterback speculation before trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 5:30 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
With the NFL trade deadline approaching on November 10, the Minnesota Vikings are under scrutiny regarding their quarterback situation. They are currently 6-1, topping the NFC North, but lost 19-15 to the Detroit Lions last Sunday, ending their six-game winning streak. Adam Schefter indicated on his podcast that the Vikings might be looking to make a significant move at quarterback, especially with Kyler Murray unavailable due to injury. Fans have proposed several trade targets, including Kirk Cousins and Justin Herbert, as potential new quarterbacks. The discussions appear to center around the need for improvement at the position amidst the team's recent struggles.
- •Vikings lost to Lions, ending winning streak at six games.
- •Kyler Murray ruled out for Week 9 due to injury.
- •Carson Wentz named starting quarterback for upcoming game.
- •Adam Schefter indicated potential trade activity before deadline.
- •Fans speculate on trades for Cousins and Herbert.
- 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘About To Trade for Kirk Cousins,’ ‘They’ll Trade for (Justin) Herbert’ — NFL Fans Speculate on Vikings’ Big QB Trade After Adam Schefter’s Update
"The Minnesota Vikings have gone from surprise contenders to a team facing some uncomfortable questions at the most important position on the field. At 6-1, they remain atop the NFC North, but their six-game winning streak came to an end with a narrow 19-15 loss to the Detroit Lions last Sunday.
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