Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell is contemplating activating quarterback Daniel Jones from the practice squad. Jones has been making impressive progress behind the scenes, but the decision poses a strategic dilemma for the Vikings, who are vying for the No. 1 seed in the NFC.
Minnesota head coach Kevin O’Connell said Monday that he is considering moving Jones up to the roster after beginning the first month of his Vikings career on the practice squad.
Adding the former Giants quarterback to the 53-man roster would potentially set the Vikings up to earn a compensatory pick depending on if Jones signs with another team this offseason and the specificities of the contract.The new burning questions to answer after Giants' win turned NFL draft order on its headVeteran Nick Mullens is the primary backup for Sam Darnold, who is having a phenomenal season, with Brett Rypien the third-stringer.
It is possible he could consider re-signing with the Vikings, who face a critical decision on Darnold this offseason.
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