- Jaren Hall
- #15
- Team SEA
- Pos QB
- Status AActive
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Finds new opportunity
Hall signed with the Seahawks' practice squad Monday.
Analysis: Hall was waived by the Vikings on Thursday, as they opted to go with Brett Rypien as their No. 3 option at quarterback instead. The BYU product will now fill that void for Seattle, as the team only had starter Geno Smith and backup Sam Howell at the position between its active roster and practice squad before today. Hall appeared in three contests for Minnesota last season, completing 13 of his 20 pass attempts for 168 yards and an interception, while also losing two fumbles.
Published: Mon, Sep 2 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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Waived by Minnesota
The Vikings waived Hall on Thursday, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With Hall having been let go, the Vikings signed Brett Rypien to bolster a QB room that also includes starter Sam Darnold as well as Nick Mullens. The report notes that Hall suffered a leg contusion during Saturday's preseason finale against the Eagles, but the 2023 fifth-rounder was not waived with an injury designation.
Published: Thu, Aug 29 at 8:26am by Rotowire.com
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Sees bulk of action Saturday
Hall completed 17 of 25 passes for 189 yards and two touchdowns in Saturday's 26-3 preseason win over the Eagles. He added 11 rushing yards on two carries.
Analysis: The 2023 fifth-round pick got the start due to both Sam Darnold and Nick Mullens getting held out of the Vikings' preseason finale, and Hall played into the third quarter before being replaced under center by Matt Corral. Hall was was impressive, albeit against Philadelphia's second-team defenders, and he led Minnesota to five straight scoring drives to begin the game, hitting Trishton Jackson and Justin Hall for TDs in the red zone. The second-year player appears set as the Vikings' No. 3…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 24 at 4:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Getting Saturday start
Coach Kevin O'Connell noted Thursday that Hall will start Saturday's preseason finale against the Eagles.
Analysis: Without naming specific players, O'Connell implied that a number of regulars are in line to be rested Saturday, while adding that Matt Corral is likely to see snaps after Hall. With that in mind, we wouldn't expect to see starter Sam Darnold face Philadelphia.
Published: Thu, Aug 22 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Two TDs against Cleveland
Hall completed four of five passes for 87 yards and two touchdowns in Saturday's 27-12 preseason win over the Browns.
Analysis: J.J. McCarthy's season-ending knee injury moved Hall up to the No. 3 spot on the Vikings' depth chart at quarterback, and the 26-year-old likely locked down that job with his performance Saturday. Taking over from Nick Mullens to begin the second half, Hall connected with Malik Knowles for a one-yard touchdown on his very first pass of the game, then found Jeshaun Jones for a 71-yard catch-and-run early in the fourth quarter. Barring further injuries to the Minnesota QB room, Hall isn't likely…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Fourth QB in Minnesota
Hall isn't projected to make the Vikings' 53-man roster, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: A 2023 fifth-round pick, Hall played 46 offensive snaps as a rookie and turned the ball over three times while absorbing four sacks. He completed 13 of 20 passes for just 168 scoreless yards. With the Vikings' first-round selection of J.J. McCarthy following the signing of Sam Darnold, Hall will need to beat out veteran Nick Mullens for the third spot if he's going to stick in Minnesota.
Published: Thu, May 2 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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Plays 46 snaps as rookie
Hall appeared in three games games during the 2023 season, completing 13 of 20 passes (65 percent) for 168 yards, zero touchdowns and one interception while adding six carries for 14 scoreless yards.
Analysis: The fifth-round rookie started Week 9 after Kirk Cousins suffered a season-ending torn Achilles' tendon Week 8. Hall lasted all of 11 offensive snaps versus Atlanta before he was concussed and replaced by trade pickup Joshua Dobbs. Dobbs then started the next four games before giving way to Nick Mullens. Coach Kevin O'Connell, trying to find an offensive spark, went back to Hall as the Week 17 starter but pulled him at halftime against the Packers after he went just 5-for-10 passing for 67…read more
Published: Thu, Jan 11 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Serving as emergency QB
Hall (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Lions, but he'll serve as the emergency quarterback, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official site reports.
Analysis: Hall drew his first career start against the Packers in Week 17 but struggled and was benched in favor of Nick Mullens to start the second half. Hall was then demoted to third on the depth chart during Week 18 prep, so it's not surprising to see the rookie fifth-round pick listed as inactive for the regular-season finale. Mullens will start versus Detroit, while Joshua Dobbs serves as the primary backup.
Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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Falls to third on depth chart
Hall has been demoted to third on the depth chart at quarterback for Sunday's game against the Lions, Jonathan Harrison of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Head coach Kevin O'Connell announced Thursday that Hall would be denied a second straight start in the regular-season finale, with Nick Mullens picking up the starting nod in his stead. O'Connell wouldn't initially commit to whether Hall or Joshua Dobbs would serve as Mullens' backup in Week 18, but the coach clarified following Friday's practice that Dobbs had moved up to the second spot on the depth chart. Hall is thus likely to be inactive Sunday as an emergency third quarterback and won't…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 5 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Not starting Week 18
Hall will cede starting quarterback duties to Nick Mullens for Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Lions, but head coach Kevin O'Connell said Wednesday that he hasn't decided whether Hall or Joshua Dobbs will serve as the team's No. 2 signal-caller in Week 18, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Vikings' decision to move Hall down at least one spot on the depth chart comes as little surprise after the rookie fifth-round pick struggled to move the offense during his second career NFL start in this past weekend's 33-10 loss to the Packers. Hall completed just five of 10 pass attempts for 67 yards and an interception, took three sacks and lost a fumble in the first two quarters before being benched in favor of Mullens after halftime. The Vikings' decision to reinstall Mullens as their…read more
Published: Thu, Jan 4 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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Benched at halftime
Hall was benched for the second half of Sunday's 33-10 loss to the Packers after completing five of 10 pass attempts for 67 yards with one interception while taking two carries for four yards with a lost fumble.
Analysis: Hall had a rough go of things in his first NFL start after failing to produce a touchdown while committing two turnovers before mercifully getting the hook at halftime. In the rookie's defense, being thrown into the fire to save a team's playoff life on Sunday Night Football is a gargantuan task to assign to a player with barely any pro experience. Veteran backup Nick Mullens took over in the second half and threw the Vikings' only touchdown of the contest in garbage time. Despite the…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 9:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Named starter by O'Connell
Coach Kevin O'Connell named Hall the Vikings' starting quarterback for Sunday's game versus the Packers.
Analysis: Hall will take over for Nick Mullens with the Vikings in desperate need of a win to keep their playoff hopes alive following back-to-back losses. In two brief appearances earlier this season, Hall completed eight of 10 passes for 101 yards, had four carries for 10 yards and lost a fumble in Weeks 8 and 9 at Green Bay and Atlanta. He won't have TE T.J. Hockenson (knee) available to him in Week 17, but WR Justin Jefferson represents a reliable option for Minnesota's passing game.
Published: Thu, Dec 28 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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In line to start Sunday
Hall is expected to be the Vikings' starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Packers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The rookie fifth-round pick has made two brief appearances this season, completing eight of 10 passes for 101 yards, rushing four times for 10 yards and losing a fumble back in Weeks 8 and 9 at Green Bay and Atlanta. In the meantime, Joshua Dobbs and then Nick Mullens have gotten the call under center, but with Minnesota coming off back-to-back losses and needing a win Sunday to keep playoff hopes alive, Hall will get his second career start. Hall won't have TE T.J. Hockenson (knee, IR) at his…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 28 at 10:40am by Rotowire.com
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Will be Mullens' backup
Coach Kevin O'Connell announced Thursday that Hall will back up Nick Mullens in Saturday's game against the Bengals.
Analysis: Now healthy after suffering a Week 9 concussion, Hall will be dressed ahead of Joshua Dobbs, who was benched in last week's 3-0 win over the Raiders. Hall has completed eight of 10 passes as a rookie, throwing for 101 scoreless yards.
Published: Thu, Dec 14 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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Remains emergency option
Hall (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Vikings, but he'll serve as the Vikings' emergency option at quarterback.
Analysis: Hall will suit up, but he'll only be allowed to enter the game if Joshua Dobbs and Nick Mullens are injured and unable to play.
Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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Serving as No. 3 QB on Monday
Hall (coach's decision) is inactive for Monday's Week 12 game against Chicago, though he will serve as Minnesota's emergency third quarterback.
Analysis: Hall missed the Vikings' past two games while in the league's five-step concussion protocol. Though he was cleared to play Monday against the Bears, Joshua Dobbs has ascended to the role of the team's lead signal-caller and will be backed up by Nick Mullens. As such, Hall will be able to play in the contest only if both Dobbs and Mullens get injured.
Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Available for Monday
Hall (concussion) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Monday's game against the Bears.
Analysis: Hall sustained a concussion in his first career start against the Falcons in Week 9. He was able to log full practice sessions ahead of Week 12 and seems to have passed the NFL's five-step concussion protocol given that he does not carry an injury designation. While Joshua Dobbs has established himself as the starting quarterback for the Vikings after being traded from the Cardinals, there is less certainty around whether Hall will be the backup or if Minnesota opts to roll with Nick Mullens as…read more
Published: Sat, Nov 25 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice Thursday
Hall (concussion) was listed as a full participant at practice Thursday, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: It's unclear if Hall has cleared the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, but his ability to log a full practice Thursday suggests that he's making progress toward a return. The rookie quarterback suffered a head injury against the Falcons in Week 9 and has sat out both of Minnesota's contests since then. It remains to be seen if Hall will be available this Monday against Chicago, and if he is, there's also uncertainty about whether he or Nick Mullens would back up starter Joshua Dobbs.
Published: Thu, Nov 23 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Hall (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Denver.
Analysis: Despite getting in a full practice Thursday, Hall has yet to make it through all five phases of the concussion protocol after suffering a head injury early during a Week 9 win in Atlanta. The Vikings will continue to roll with Joshua Dobbs at quarterback with Kirk Cousins (Achilles) out for the season, but Dobbs' direct backup this Sunday figures to be Nick Mullens (back), who is expected to be activated from IR on Saturday, as coach Kevin O'Connell told Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com.
Published: Fri, Nov 17 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Upgraded to full Thursday
Hall (concussion) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: It's unclear if Hall has officially cleared concussion protocol after he was injured in the first quarter of the Week 9 win over the Falcons. Either way, Hall won't be starting this week against Denver with Josh Dobbs playing so well since his arrival in Minnesota.
Published: Thu, Nov 16 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at Wednesday walk-through
Hall (concussion) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report.
Analysis: Hall is still in the NFL's five-step concussion protocol after he missed Sunday's Week 10 win over New Orleans. The Vikings didn't hold an official practice Wednesday, but his estimated status as a limited participant is a step in the right direction given that he was unable to practice at all last week. Joshua Dobbs has been impressive in leading Minnesota to a pair of wins since stepping in for Hall early in Week 9 against Atlanta, so Hall will likely serve as Dobbs' backup when he's able to…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 15 at 4:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play versus New Orleans
Hall (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 10 game against the Saints.
Analysis: Making his first NFL start last week, Hall lasted 11 snaps before he was concussed on a rushing attempt at the goal line. Veteran Joshua Dobbs will make the start for Minnesota after guiding the Vikings to a Week 9 win over Atlanta.
Published: Fri, Nov 10 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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Missing for another practice
Hall (concussion) isn't slated to practice Thursday, Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Analysis: While Hall is sidelined for a second straight practice, the Vikings are left with Joshua Dobbs and practice squad members Sean Mannion and Tanner Morgan as their three available quarterbacks. Head coach Kevin O'Connell has already suggested that Dobbs is being prepared for the start Sunday against the Saints, and at this stage, Hall doesn't look as though he's on pace to clear the five-step concussion protocol in time to serve as Dobbs' backup this weekend. With that in mind, look for the…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 9 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
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No activity Wednesday
Hall (concussion) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Hall's early departure this past Sunday paved the way for Joshua Dobbs' heroics in an eventual 31-28 victory in Atlanta. The rookie quarterback was diagnosed with a concussion, and with Hall a spectator for the Vikings' first Week 10 practice, he may not be ready to serve as Dobbs' backup Sunday against the Saints. With Kirk Cousins (Achilles) out for the season and Nick Mullens (back) still on injured reserve, practice-squad member Sean Mannion may get the No. 2 assignment instead of Hall if…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 8 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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In protocol, won't start Week 10
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed that Hall was placed in the concussion protocol following Sunday's 31-28 win over the Falcons and won't be an option to start Week 10 versus the Saints, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Making his first NFL start Sunday a week after Kirk Cousins suffered a season-ending Achilles tear, Hall completed five of six pass attempts for 78 yards and ran twice for 11 yards before leaving the game in the first quarter with a concussion. Trade-deadline pickup Joshua Dobbs stepped in at quarterback despite having few practice reps with the Vikings since his acquisition, and though he got off to a slow start, he ultimately accounted for 224 yards and three touchdowns through the air and on…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 6 at 11:10am by Rotowire.com
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Exits Sunday's contest
Hall (concussion) won't return to Sunday's game against the Falcons.
Analysis: Prior to exiting the contest after sustaining a concussion, Hall completed five of his six passing attempts for 78 yards and carried twice for 11 yards. With Hall sidelined, Joshua Dobbs will take over at QB for the Vikings on Sunday.
Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 10:43am by Rotowire.com
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Starting Sunday
Coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed that Hall will be the Vikings' starting quarterback Sunday in Atlanta, Ellis Williams of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Hall is getting the first chance to sub in for Kirk Cousins, who was lost for the season Week 8 when he tore his Achilles in Green Bay. Upon his entrance in the fourth quarter, Hall completed three of four passes for 23 yards, had two carries for minus-1 yard and lost a fumble. Despite not having the services of Justin Jefferson (hamstring) for at least one more game, Hall will have wide receiver Jordan Addison, tight end T.J. Hockenson and running back Alexander Mattison at his disposal. In…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 3 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Gearing up for potential start
Head coach Kevin O'Connell said Tuesday during his appearance on SiriusXM NFL Radio that the Vikings are preparing as if Hall will be the team's starting quarterback Sunday in Atlanta, Rob Maaddi of the Associated Press reports.
Analysis: The comments came mere minutes after Minnesota acquired quarterback Joshua Dobbs, whom O'Connell said could be available to play Sunday, too. In the wake of Kirk Cousins' season-ending torn Achilles, Hall is the top in-house option at the moment with Nick Mullens (back) on injured reserve and Sean Mannion on the practice squad. If Hall gets the nod this weekend, he'll be making his second appearance as a pro after completing three of four passes for 23 yards, rushing twice for minus-1 yard and…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 31 at 11:00am by Rotowire.com
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Thrust into spotlight
Hall completed three of four passes for 23 yards after replacing Kirk Cousins (Achilles) in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 24-10 win over the Packers.
Analysis: The rookie quarterback lost a fumble while being sacked on his second dropback, but Hall otherwise acquitted himself fairly well in his first career regular-season action in the NFL. Cousins will undergo an MRI to determine the severity of his injury, but per Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Vikings fear he's suffered a season-ending Achilles tear. In that scenario, Nick Mullens (back) would eventually come off IR to take over starting duties, but he'll be required to miss at least one more game…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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No. 2 QB in Week 6
Hall is active for Sunday's contest against the Bears and will serve as the backup quarterback.
Analysis: Hall moves into the backup spot after the Vikings placed Nick Mullens (back) on injured reserve Wednesday. Hall has served as the emergency option this season and will be the next man up should Kirk Cousins sustain an injury.
Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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Not on injury report
Hall is not on the injury report for Minnesota's game against the Chiefs on Sunday.
Analysis: Hall served as the team's emergency quarterback last week after previously missing practice while tending to a personal matter. With Nick Mullens dealing with a back injury, Hall could potentially be called upon to serve as the backup to Kirk Cousins on Sunday.
Published: Wed, Oct 4 at 4:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Serving as emergency option
Hall (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Panthers, but he'll dress and serve as Minnesota's emergency quarterback, Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Analysis: Hall was listed as questionable after missing Friday's practice due to a personal matter, but he returned to the team ahead of Sunday's game. He's technically inactive but will be available to play if both Kirk Cousins and Nick Mullens are knocked out of the game.
Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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Gets questionable tag for Week 4
Hall is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Carolina after not practicing Friday due to a personal matter.
Analysis: According to Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell expects Hall to rejoin the team in Carolina ahead of Sunday's contest. Hall hasn't been active for any of the Vikings' first three games and will likely serve as the team's emergency No. 3 quarterback Sunday.
Published: Fri, Sep 29 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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Serving as emergency option
Hall (coach's decision) is inactive for the Vikings' matchup with the Eagles on Thursday Night Football.
Analysis: Although he's inactive, Hall will serve as Minnesota's emergency third quarterback in Thursday's contest. Unless Kirk Cousins and Nick Mullens are knocked out of the game, Hall will be a healthy scratch.
Published: Thu, Sep 14 at 4:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive against Bucs
Hall (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Hall played Minnesota's entire final preseason game, suggesting he was third on the team's depth chart. Nick Mullens will serve as the backup to Kirk Cousins.
Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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Entire game in exhibition finale
Hall completed 16 of 27 passes for 178 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Saturday's 18-17 preseason loss to the Cardinals. He added six rushes for 21 yards.
Analysis: Hall played the entire game and led a few impressive drives early in the first half. He tallied his first professional touchdown on a five-yard toss to Abram Smith, but Hall also showed the ability to push the ball down the field with five completions of at least 15 yards. Hall projects to enter the regular season as the Vikings' third quarterback.
Published: Sat, Aug 26 at 8:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Shows improvement
Hall completed four of seven passes for 49 yards in Saturday's 24-16 preseason loss to the Titans.
Analysis: Hall played in the second half of the game, following Nick Mullens. He showed some improved accuracy compared to his first preseason appearance, though the majority of his attempts came in the short areas of the field. Hall is likely to begin the season as the Vikings' third quarterback.
Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 10:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Underwhelms in preseason debut
Hall was 6-of-13 passing for 37 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in Thursday's preseason loss at Seattle.
Analysis: Hall entered the game in the second half and looked lost at times, though his offensive line gave him little time to operate. Hall, a 2023 fifth-round draft pick, has rushing ability (700 rushing yards in 22 college starts) and athleticism that may allow him to press Nick Mullens for the Vikings' No. 2 QB slot behind Kirk Cousins. However, after one preseason game he looked like a distant third on the depth chart.
Published: Fri, Aug 11 at 7:41am by Rotowire.com
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