After suffering their first loss of the season, the 6-1 Minnesota Vikings are evaluating potential trades ahead of the Nov. 10 NFL deadline. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O'Connell are reportedly targeting upgrades on defense and offense, with four players emerging as prime candidates.
Grover Stewart, Defensive Tackle, Indianapolis Colts
The 33-year-old veteran is on an expiring contract and could bolster a Vikings run defense that allowed 384 rushing yards over the past two weeks. Indianapolis previously traded DeForest Buckner for a 2027 fourth-round pick; Stewart might be acquired for a 2027 fifth-rounder plus a sixth or seventh in 2028.
Amani Hooker, Safety, Tennessee Titans
Hooker, a Brooklyn Park, Minnesota native, intercepted Joe Burrow three times in Week 8 and is projected as a 2026 Pro Bowler. He would provide immediate depth and a long-term successor to Harrison Smith, who is in his final season.
Kirk Cousins, Quarterback, Las Vegas Raiders
Cousins spent two seasons under O'Connell and knows the offense well. While the Raiders may be reluctant to move him, the presence of rookie Fernando Mendoza as the future starter could make a deal feasible.
Jonathan Taylor, Running Back, Indianapolis Colts
Taylor's versatile skill set would address concerns about the Vikings' backfield rotation of Aaron Jones, Jordan Mason, and DeeJay Dallas. He excels in goal-line situations and could become the featured runner while Dallas handles special teams and Jones remains on passing downs.
