Vikings Eyeing Veteran QBs Amidst Roster Overhaul

The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly considering a significant roster overhaul, potentially bringing in veteran quarterbacks like Tua Tagovailoa or Kyler Murray to compete with J.J. McCarthy in 2026. The team is also planning to release veterans Aaron Jones and Javon Hargrave. While Cousins is a free agent, Tagovailoa, Murray, and Smith are potential cuts or trades. Cousins had a 5-3 record with 1,721 yards, 10 TDs, and 5 INTs in 2025. Tagovailoa posted 2,660 yards, 20 TDs, and 15 INTs before being benched. Murray played 5 games with 951 yards, 6 TDs, 3 INTs, and 173 rushing yards before injury. Smith threw 3,025 yards, 19 TDs, and led the league with 17 INTs. Jones rushed for 548 yards and 2 TDs, with 199 receiving yards and 1 TD. Hargrave recorded 52 tackles and 3.5 sacks.