Vikings could pursue Denzel Ward if he becomes available
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 10:25 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
As speculation rises surrounding player movements in the NFL, cornerback Denzel Ward may become a target for the Minnesota Vikings. Ward, currently with the Cleveland Browns, is in the penultimate year of a five-year, $100.5 million deal with no guaranteed money left, increasing his trade potential. The Vikings are looking to strengthen their secondary, having recently signed James Pierre and retaining Isaiah Rodgers and Byron Murphy Jr. Analysts suggest that Ward might prefer to join a team with playoff potential rather than remain with a struggling Browns squad. Discussion around potential trades intensifies as teams look for key players to enhance their rosters heading into the next season.
- •Denzel Ward's future with the Browns is uncertain amid trade speculations.
- •Vikings have a need for secondary depth and performance.
- •Ward has no guaranteed money left in his contract, making him tradeable.
- •Minnesota has signed James Pierre and retains key cornerbacks.
- •Analysts suggest Ward might prefer a contender over a rebuilding team.
- 10:25 PMYahoo Sports — If made available, could the Vikings make a move for Denzel Ward?
"CBS Sports shared some candidates for potential trades and one of them could be a good piece for Minnesota.
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