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NFL·ANALYSIS·November 2, 2026 10:18 AM ET

Vikings urged to explore Daniel Jones trade after Detroit loss

Kevin O'Connell punted late in the 19-15 defeat.

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What happened: ProFootballTalk suggested the Minnesota Vikings shift trade discussions with the Indianapolis Colts to target quarterback Daniel Jones instead of running back Jonathan Taylor. The recommendation followed Minnesota's 15-19 loss to the Detroit Lions, where head coach Kevin O'Connell elected to punt late in regulation rather than attempt a conversion with Kyler Murray.

Why it matters: Minnesota faces mounting offensive inconsistency despite maintaining a strong defense under Brian Flores. A potential pursuit of Jones would signal shifting confidence in Murray as the franchise weighs offensive stability down the stretch.

What to watch: The Vikings evaluate their offensive direction heading into their next matchup, while Indianapolis continues to field calls ahead of the trade deadline.

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