sports and game - In a significant reshaping of their quarterback room, the Minnesota Vikings have executed two major moves, signing former NFL MVP candidate Carson Wentz and trading backup Sam Howell to the Philadelph...
ia Eagles in exchange for future draft picks.
The trade details involve the Vikings receiving a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 seventh-round pick from the Eagles, while Philadelphia gets Howell and a 2026 sixth-round pick. This transaction marks another chapter in both teams' ongoing efforts to solidify their quarterback situations.
Wentz, 32, joins the Vikings as his sixth team in as many seasons, bringing valuable experience and a familiarity with systems similar to Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell's offense. The former No. 2 overall pick's career has been a rollercoaster since his near-MVP season in 2017, where he threw for 3,296 yards and 33 touchdowns in just 13 games before an ACL injury ended his season.
The Vikings' decision comes after a challenging offseason in their search for quarterback depth. The team faced rejection from veterans Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones, who were hesitant to sign knowing J.J. McCarthy would likely be the starter. Even Aaron Rodgers, who ultimately signed with the Steelers, was briefly in the mix.
For the Eagles, this move addresses immediate depth concerns behind starter Jalen Hurts. Tanner McKee, their projected backup, is dealing with a finger injury on his throwing hand, while rookie Kyle McCord has shown inconsistency during the preseason.
The Vikings' quarterback situation has been particularly fluid since McCarthy's arrival. The rookie missed his first season due to a torn meniscus, creating uncertainty in the quarterback room. Wentz's addition brings stability and experience, though questions remain about his ability to recapture his early-career form.
The trade details involve the Vikings receiving a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 seventh-round pick from the Eagles, while Philadelphia gets Howell and a 2026 sixth-round pick. This transaction marks another chapter in both teams' ongoing efforts to solidify their quarterback situations.
Wentz, 32, joins the Vikings as his sixth team in as many seasons, bringing valuable experience and a familiarity with systems similar to Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell's offense. The former No. 2 overall pick's career has been a rollercoaster since his near-MVP season in 2017, where he threw for 3,296 yards and 33 touchdowns in just 13 games before an ACL injury ended his season.
The Vikings' decision comes after a challenging offseason in their search for quarterback depth. The team faced rejection from veterans Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones, who were hesitant to sign knowing J.J. McCarthy would likely be the starter. Even Aaron Rodgers, who ultimately signed with the Steelers, was briefly in the mix.
For the Eagles, this move addresses immediate depth concerns behind starter Jalen Hurts. Tanner McKee, their projected backup, is dealing with a finger injury on his throwing hand, while rookie Kyle McCord has shown inconsistency during the preseason.
The Vikings' quarterback situation has been particularly fluid since McCarthy's arrival. The rookie missed his first season due to a torn meniscus, creating uncertainty in the quarterback room. Wentz's addition brings stability and experience, though questions remain about his ability to recapture his early-career form.