2 Big-Name Quarterbacks Reportedly Being Targeted By Minnesota Vikings Ahead Of Trade Deadline After MNF Disaster

This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.

The Minnesota Vikings badly need a change at quarterback before things get worse.

They might be 6-2, but the team is not close to being a serious contender without a quarterback who can lead them. Through eight games, the team has won six of them despite their quarterback play. That can only last for so long.

On Monday night, Carson Wentz showed why he is not the man to lead them anywhere. Furthermore, he was there only because Kyler Murray was injured. Even when Murray is available, he is not leading the team to victory.

That has led the team to look for a replacement ahead of the deadline, and two names have been mentioned.

Vikings Expected to Make Blockbuster Trade for Kirk Cousins or Daniel Jones

The Minnesota Vikings are exploring trade options for a quarterback ahead of the NFL trade deadline. Additionally, former Vikings starter Kirk Cousins and Daniel Jones are emerging as potential targets.

Jones spent time previously in Minnesota’s organization before moving on to Indianapolis. Despite his name coming up, reports from Tom Pelissero indicate that the Colts informed Jones they do not plan on trading him.

Kirk Cousins is currently with the Las Vegas Raiders, who are 3-6 on the season. While a move would likely require a strong draft pick offer, reports indicate Minnesota could kick the tires on a reunion.

You cannot waste the type of defense that the team currently has by not making a move. The last thing you want is for Justin Jefferson to become even more frustrated with the quarterback play as his production declines.