Orlovsky Begs Vikings to Explore QB Options at Trade Deadline

Sep 27, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell watches quarterback Kyler Murray (1) warm up prior to the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images The NFL trade deadline arrives at 3 p.m. CT Tuesday, less than a day after the Minnesota Vikings host the Buffalo Bills on Monday night at U.S. Bank Stadium. Carson Wentz gets the start under center for the second time this season while Kyler Murray is sidelined by a Grade 2 hamstring strain he suffered during the Vikings the 19-15 loss at Detroit on Nov. 1. That injury, paired with a tough start for Murray in purple, has led to Minnesota being involved in trade rumors all week. As of Monday evening, the teams holding Daniel Jones, Kirk Cousins and Geno Smith have all shut the door on deals, but that could change depending on what happens during this crucial midseason football game. Dan Orlovsky wants the Vikings op