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3 backup QB trades Vikings must consider as Sam Howell continues to unravel

While the Minnesota Vikings had logical reasons for waiting until Day 3 of April’s draft to add a backup quarterback, it’s fair to say they made their bed.

Based on the latest reports from training camp, the Vikings are now laying in it, and the situation is getting more uncomfortable by the day.

Young journeyman Sam Howell, who the Vikings acquired from the Seahawks for a swap of fifth-round draft picks, has struggled to grasp Kevin O’Connell’s offense so far in camp, per Alec Lewis of The Athletic.

“The backup quarterback position remains a question mark.