There is a new backup quarterback in Minnesota.
After hosting Carson Wentz on a visit over the weekend, the Vikings have agreed to terms with the veteran.
To open up a spot for Wentz on the roster, the Vikings have also agreed to trade Sam Howell to the Philadelphia Eagles for a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and a seventh-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
A source confirmed the moves to the Pioneer Press.
The addition of Wentz provides J.J. McCarthy with an experienced sounding board that he can lean on for advice. It also provides the Vikings with a reliable option on the field should Wentz have to play in pinch.
After starring at North Dakota State in college, Wentz was selected by the Eagles with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. He looked the part of a franchise quarterback in the early stages of his career before being overtaken by Nick Foles.
After his time with the Eagles, Wentz has bounced around, playing for the Indianapolis Colts, the Washington Commanders, the Los Angeles Rams, and most recently, the Kansas City Chiefs.
It’s not surprising that the Vikings decided to move on from Howell. He struggled throughout training camp, and while he impressed in an exhibition game against the Houston Texans, he was a disaster in the exhibition game against the New England Patriots.
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