Vikings need a veteran quarterback, but which one makes sense?
- The Vikings, led by General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, are evaluating quarterback options, including the possibility of signing Aaron Rodgers, despite appearing content with giving J.J. McCarthy a chance to solidify himself as the starter.
- The Vikings' quarterback considerations arise because J.J. McCarthy is an unproven quarterback, and the team may need Rodgers' services due to injury or disappointing performances later on.
- Potential quarterback additions include Ryan Tannehill, who has a good relationship with Kevin O'Connell and might be ready to return to action, as well as Joe Flacco and Carson Wentz, all of whom could provide veteran experience.
- Aaron Rodgers reportedly wants $35 million a year and a guaranteed starting job, while 40-year-old Joe Flacco, who served as a sounding board for Anthony Richardson, has shown the ability to win in a pinch.
- While the Vikings haven't ruled out Rodgers, signing him or Kirk Cousins is considered unlikely by some, and the team might explore unconventional options like Teddy Bridgewater, a 36-year-old who recently came out of retirement, but a reunion with Bridgewater could be awkward.
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Which veteran quarterbacks (not named Aaron Rodgers) make sense for Vikings
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Though the Vikings haven’t completely ruled out a scenario in which they reconnect with future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers, they appear content giving unproven quarterback J.J. McCarthy a chance to solidify himself as the starter this offseason. That was the overarching theme from general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah last week at TCO Performance Center. It will be interesting to hear from head coach Kevin O’Conne…
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