The Minnesota Vikings are still tinkering with the 53-man roster and Practice Squad. There were some semi-surprising moves made by the team. Which one surprised you the most?
Harrison Phillips Trade
Phillips was a popular player in Minnesota. He started all 17 games in all 3 seasons since joining the Vikings from the Buffalo Bills. Phillips was traded to the New York Jets making room for Jalen Redmond on the depth chart.
Adam Thielen Trade
The Thielen trade, for me, seemed like a social media push rather than an actual push until about a week ago. It makes a lot of sense on paper. The position is thin and Thielen can help this offense immediately.
Sam Howell Trade
Howell was a QB who had some promise. He played well for the Washington Commanders, leading the league in passing deep into the 2023 season. Howell was outplayed by undrafted rookie Max Brosmer and 2023 is a long time ago in NFL years.
Max Brosmer Making 53 Man Roster
It’s hard enough to make the roster when you’re drafted. Brosmer outplayed the veterans Howell and Brett Rypien. He proved he deserved a roster spot and fits nicely with the group of JJ McCarthy and Carson Wentz.
Gabriel Murphy Cut and Making it Through Waivers
Murphy joined the Vikings practice squad this week. He was a surprise cut to many and even more surprisingly, wasn’t claimed on waivers. Glad to see he’s sticking around in Minnesota.
Carson Wentz Signing
Wentz would’ve been a very popular player had he started his career in Minnesota. There are still a lot of NDSU fans excited to see him in purple. We’re hoping not to see too much of Wentz this year, but if he needs to step in, he is capable of leading the offense.
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