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Updated · Vikings.com · Oct 22
The Athletic Lists 50 NFL Trade Candidates Ahead of Nov. 10 Deadline
Updated
Updated · Vikings.com · Oct 22

The Athletic Lists 50 NFL Trade Candidates Ahead of Nov. 10 Deadline

3 articles · Updated · Vikings.com · Oct 22

Summary

  • Fifty players from 15 teams made The Athletic's new NFL trade "Big Board" as the Nov. 10 deadline approaches, with 14 of them identified as potential fits for the Minnesota Vikings.
  • Defensive line and edge rusher dominate the list—10 candidates each—while other positions include seven wide receivers, five running backs, five safeties and one quarterback, Mac Jones.
  • Minnesota enters the deadline weighing short-term upgrades against long-term roster building, with coach Kevin O'Connell saying the team is open to deals but wants to protect draft capital for GM Nolan Teasley.
  • The report also noted no sign the Vikings want to move wide receiver Jauan Jennings, despite his inclusion as a fit for injury-hit San Francisco and broader trade speculation.

Insights

How will crucial injuries force the Vikings' front office to pivot their strategy before the looming November 10 deadline?
Will the undefeated Vikings risk their future draft capital for a blockbuster trade, or play it safe at the deadline?
Could a surprise move for a veteran powerhouse like DeForest Buckner be the missing piece for Minnesota's Super Bowl run?