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Vikings considering trade for Kimani Vidal to boost rushing attack

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 7:51 AM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Vikings considering trade for Kimani Vidal to boost rushing attack

Summary

The Minnesota Vikings are exploring trade options to strengthen their struggling rushing attack amid injury concerns. Jordan Mason, the team's leading rusher in 2025, has been placed on IR following a thumb injury, leaving Aaron Jones to shoulder the workload. The Vikings recently signed several running backs as they look for stability. Reports suggest they may be interested in acquiring Kimani Vidal from the Los Angeles Chargers, who has seen limited action this season. The Vikings hope to improve their run game before Mason's expected return after their Week 6 bye.

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Status Watch

•Jordan Mason is on IR due to a thumb injury.
•Aaron Jones is currently the primary ball-carrier for the Vikings.
•Minnesota has signed five different running backs since September.
•Interest in Kimani Vidal arises as he remains underused with the Chargers.
•Mason is expected to return after the Vikings' Week 6 bye.

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What they're saying

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The Minnesota Vikings‘ rushing attack has been a point of emphasis this year, despite lackluster talent at running back. On top of the lackluster talent have been some injury concerns.Jordan Mason, the team’s leading rusher in 2025, was placed on IR after Week 1 with a thumb injury. Aaron Jones has carried the load since, […] The post Vikings Urged to Trade for Explosive AFC Playmaker Amid Roster Concerns appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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