Vikings eye trades to bolster wide receivers

The Vikings face a thin WR room as injuries and a suspension press the team to consider veteran options through trades before the roster deadline.

Vikings eye trades to bolster wide receivers

The Vikings got Justin Jefferson back on the practice field on Monday, but the wide receiver position still has questions. Jordan Addison is suspended for the first three games, Rondale Moore will miss the season with a knee injury, and Jalen Nailor is week to week with a hand injury. Those gaps could push Minnesota to seek help outside the organization before the 53-man roster deadline next week.

Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports the team is exploring veteran wideouts who could be available in trades. No deal is believed imminent, but talks are likely to pick up as teams finalize cuts and decide which players they want to keep for Week 1.

The situation tests Minnesota’s depth and planning. Jefferson’s return eases immediate pressure, but the injuries and suspension create a real need for reliable targets early in the season. Looking outside the building shows a practical approach that prioritizes a solid start over long-term chemistry. If the Vikings act, they could find a quick fix without overcommitting future assets. If they wait, the gap between practice reps and game reps could widen quickly.

This window also reflects a broader NFL trend where rosters are shaped by injuries and deadline decisions more than star power alone. The front office will be judged on timing — not just on who they bring in, but when they bring them in.

Highlights

The next moves will reveal how Minnesota balances risk, timing, and opportunity this season.