Vikings executive Rob Brzezinski speaks with Vikings.com’s Gabe Henderson during a sit-down interview on Feb. 17, 2022, discussing organizational philosophy, front-office strategy, and the hiring of head coach Kevin O’Connell while outlining Minnesota’s leadership structure and long-term football operations vision in a detailed digital feature segment. Mandatory Credit: YouTube.
Rob Brzezinski is in charge of the Minnesota Vikings for the next few months after the organization claimed it would hire an official replacement general manager for Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, who was terminated at the end of January, after the 2026 NFL Draft. In the meantime, Brzezinski, often known as the “money guy” for the Vikings, must solve three main problems.
Free agency is close, and Minnesota’s priorities are clear for a new and interim GM.
That process for Brzezinski starts as early as now, as free agency is just two weeks away.
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Three Urgent Roster Fixes Facing Minnesota
A look at Brzezinski’s main to-do list, listed in order of importance (No. 1 = most important problem to solve).
Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton (10) breaks free toward the end zone during a pivotal scoring drive, accelerating past defenders to finish a second-quarter touchdown run in a high-profile matchup. On Nov 1, 2025, Singleton found space at Ohio Stadium against the Ohio State Buckeyes, showcasing his burst and balance in one of the Big Ten’s most competitive conference clashes. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images.
3. Find a New Running Back
The Vikings’ offense would likely benefit from prioritizing the running game. Minnesota needs a running back strategy focused on reliability, durability, and efficiency per carry; currently, their approach feels like a short-term fix. While Aaron Jones has been a dependable veteran, his age (32 in the 2026 season) raises concerns about his long-term effectiveness.
This necessitates a crucial decision for Brzezinski and head coach Kevin O’Connell. They could acquire an established veteran, such as Travis Etienne or Breece Hall. Alternatively, they could return to the draft to find a potential star running back, a strategy they haven’t employed since selecting Dalvin Cook in 2017.
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In 2025, the running game was adequate but lacked the dominance needed to consistently challenge opposing defenses. To establish a Top 10 offense, Minnesota needs a true workhorse RB1, a fundamental component rather than a mere luxury.
O’Connell’s offensive system thrives when a strong rushing attack keeps defenses honest, which depends on a halfback capable of handling a significant workload while still delivering explosive plays.
Ideally, because Minnesota is cash-strapped, it will finally draft a running back before the end of Round 4 in April, which could translate to Jonah Coleman (Washington), Jadarian Price (Notre Dame), or Nick Singleton (Penn State), to name a few.
In the event that Jeremiyah Love from Notre Dame slid to No. 18, that would be the no-brainer to end all no-brainers for the Vikings.
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2. Fix the Defensive Secondary — Probably with Youth
The Vikings’ secondary had two primary issues:
Harrison Smith may retire. If he does not, he’ll retire after the 2026 season. The Vikings need a replacement for Smith sooner rather than later.
In 2025, Minnesota got away with unusually skimpy cornerback depth. That probably won’t work again in 2026.
Minnesota’s pass defense did not struggle in 2025, but with the personnel, the group might’ve gotten “lucky” at times.
To eventually replace Smith and to successfully draft a cornerback of any kind for the first time since Trae Waynes and Mackensie Alexander a decade ago, Brzezinski and Flores probably have to find rookie cornerbacks and safeties to feed the defensive depth chart in the long term.
Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith (22) stands on the field during pregame warmups, surveying the stadium while preparing for another season of defensive leadership. On Aug 18, 2019, Smith went through early routines at U.S. Bank Stadium before Minnesota’s preseason matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, continuing his long tenure as one of the franchise’s most dependable veterans. Mandatory Credit: Ben Ludeman-USA TODAY Sports.
SI.com‘s Joe Nelson recently recommended the free-agent signing of Seattle Seahawks safety Coby Bryant, “With Harrison Smith likely retiring, the Vikings need more talent at safety alongside Josh Metellus, Theo Jackson, Jay Ward, and Tavierre Thomas. If Minnesota doesn’t think Jackson can be an every-week starter, then Bryant is the kind of player they should pursue.”
“Bryant switched from corner to safety in 2024, and he’s been a stud ever since. This season, he had four interceptions on a stout, Super Bowl-winning Seattle defense. At a projected contract of three years and $30 million, his $10 million annual average value would compare to Smith’s 2025 cap hit of $9.9 million.”
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The veteran safety logged a 65.5 Pro Football Focus grade in 2025 and is 26 years old.
Nelson continued, “He makes even more sense if the Vikings want to stay young (he’s 27) and avoid paying a higher price for safeties like Kam Curl (he’s 27 with a projected four-year, $65 million price tag) and Kevin Byard (he’s 33 and projected to receive a two-year, $25 million deal).”
“Another option would be to trade for Minkah Fitzpatrick, who has experience in Flores’ defense and was one of the top-rated safeties in the league this past season.”
1. Sign or Trade for Another QB to Compete with J.J. McCarthy
From the beginning of the offseason, Adofo-Mensah (before his termination) and Kevin O’Connell announced that the Vikings would spend the offseason creating a deeper quarterback room than last year, which included J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz, Max Brosmer, John Wolford, Desmond Ridder, Sam Howell, and Brett Rypien from March through December.
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San Francisco quarterback Mac Jones pauses along the sideline after the final whistle, watching the field while teammates and staff begin postgame routines following a divisional road victory. On Nov 16, 2025, Jones stood near the bench area at State Farm Stadium after San Francisco completed its win over the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images.
If the organziation is serious, that means Brzezinski isn’t far away from acquiring a newcomer, likely someone with more youth or talent than Wentz, the primary backup in 2025.
If you’re a Minnesota Vikings mock draft savant — you probably are if you’re reading stuff from this website — you probably know the name Dillon Thieneman by now, a safety from the University of Oregon. He’s popping up all over the place for the Vikings in mock drafts, even drawing ESPN’s Mel Kiper’s attention this week.
Minnesota’s safety need keeps pointing back to Thieneman.
While the team has a large draft mystery this time around, mainly because Kwesi Adofo-Mensah was fired at the end of January, Thieneman is rapidly becoming Minnesota’s draft favorite, at least according to pundits and fans.
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Thieneman Feels Like a Natural Match for Brian Flores
The Oregon Duck as Harrison Smith’s replacement is all the rage.
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning, left, speaks with defensive back Dillon Thieneman during an open practice at the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Oregon on Dec. 27, 2025, as the Ducks prepared for the Orange Bowl with a focus on defensive communication and adjustments ahead of a major postseason matchup. Mandatory Credit: Ben Lonergan-Imagn Images
Kiper: Thieneman to MIN at No. 18
The Vikings have a need at safety, especially if Smith retires, and Thieneman would emphatically fill that with his rookie profile.
That’s why Kiper mock-drafted him to Minnesota on Tuesday and wrote, “We still don’t know whether 37-year-old Harrison Smith will keep playing (and if so, whether he’ll return to Minnesota as a free agent). Joshua Metellus, Jay Ward and Theo Jackson are the top safeties on the Vikings’ depth chart. In a division with Caleb Williams, Jordan Love and Jared Goff, this has to be a priority at the draft regardless of whether Smith is back for Year 15.”
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“I had Thieneman to the Vikings in my last mock draft. He reminds me a lot of Smith in the way he reads the QB and reacts in a flash. I could see defensive coordinator Brian Flores getting creative with Thieneman, lining him up all over the formation and letting him use his great ball skills to pile up takeaways.”
Since the NFL Combine three weeks ago, Thieneman to the Vikings has taken on a life of its own.
The Combine Breakout
In Indianapolis, Thieneman took the Combine by storm, banking 4.35 forty and jumping a 41-inch vertical. He also showed incredible — somewhat unexpected? — backpedal motion and fluidity. The event alone shoved him into Round 1 of mock drafts after previously living near the top-middle of Round 2.
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Thieneman also has the size at 6’0″ and 200 pounds. His versatility is noteworthy, as he can play single-high coverage and play at the line of scrimmage when needed.
If Thieneman flies off the board in Round 1 to the Vikings or another team, he can thank his Combine showing.
Thieneman’s Scouting Report
Thieneman played two seasons at Purdue — Minnesotans know him because of the Big Ten connection — before transferring to Oregon in 2025. He’s played 39 games collegiately and banked 306 tackles, 8 interceptions, and 10 tackles for loss. His coverage skills are phenomenal for a rookie safety, and the elite speed will make defensive coordinators salivate. Thieneman shows hesitation at times, but that’s not unusual for a rookie defender.
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The Draft Buzzon Thieneman: “Thieneman is the kind of safety who walks into a defensive meeting room on Day One and immediately earns his keep. The coverage grades speak loudly, but what separates him is the totality of the package.”
“This is a player who can align in a two-high shell pre-snap, rotate down to a robber look post-snap, and then fill an alley against the run with real physicality, all within the same drive. The modern NFL is demanding exactly this type of defensive back, and Thieneman’s college production in multiple schemes and alignments suggests his transition should be smoother than most.”
Oregon defensive back Dillon Thieneman meets with reporters during Media Day at Autzen Stadium in Eugene on July 28, 2025, discussing his role in the secondary and expectations for the upcoming season as Oregon prepared for another high-profile campaign in front of local and national media. Mandatory Credit: Ben Lonergan-Imagn Images
If Minnesota brings Kiper’s mock to life, Thieneman would almost certainly grab Theo Jackson or Jay Ward’s job immediately, assuming Smith returns for one more year.
TBD added, “His best fit is in a defense that values pre-snap disguise and post-snap versatility in the secondary. Defensive coordinators who run multiple coverage structures and ask their safeties to communicate and adjust on the fly will love what Thieneman brings to the table.”
“His coverage instincts and diagnostic ability make him a natural fit in split-safety looks, but his tackling and run support are good enough that he won’t be a liability when asked to come down into the box.”
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The Other Round 1 Draft Possibilities
Of course, the Vikings aren’t guaranteed to pick Thieneman if he’s there at No. 18. Interim general manager Rob Brzezinski and Minnesota’s coaching staff may have a different take early in the draft. In all likelihood, if Minnesota does not trade down, the Vikings’ pick in Round 1 will be one of these men:
C.J. Allen (LB) — Georgia
Caleb Banks (DT) — Florida
Mansoor Delane (CB) — LSU
Keldric Faulk (EDGE) — Auburn
Emmanuel McNeil-Warren — Toledo
Makai Lemon (WR) — USC
Akheem Mesidor (EDGE) — Miami (FL)
Jermod McCoy (CB) — Tennessee
Kayden McDonald (DT) — Ohio State
Kenyon Sadiq (TE) — Oregon
Dillon Thieneman (S) — Oregon
Avieon Terrell (CB) — Clemson
Jordyn Tyson (WR) — Arizona State
Peter Woods (DT) — Clemson
Outside linebacker isn’t a pressing roster need, but it could move up the list if Minnesota trades Jonathan Greenard, who lives hot and heavy in the rumor mill.
Purdue defensive back Dillon Thieneman (31) celebrates with teammates Smiley Bradford (6) and Jamarrion Harkless (97) after a tackle against Penn State at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Nov. 16, 2024, reacting to a key defensive stop during a physical Big Ten matchup. Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports
On Thieneman, the best stylistic comparison currently in the pros may be Atlanta Falcons safety Jesse Bates III, a three-time All-Pro.
Phil Parkinson believes Wrexham’s recent meetings with Sheffield United have typified the club’s remarkable journey since he took charge in the summer of 2021.
The UEFA Champions League round of 16 concluded this Wednesday (March 18), with a whopping 68 goals across 16 matches. The last-16 stage of the tournament saw a number of high-profile stars impressing in the final third, helping their teams reach the quarter-finals.
So, who were the best 5 performers from the recently concluded UEFA Champions League round of 16?
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UEFA Champions League R16: 5 best players
#5 Luis Diaz (Bayern Munich)
Colombia winger Luis Diaz started both of Bayern Munich’s last-16 games against Atalanta, playing a vital role in the Bavarians’ 10-2 win on aggregate. The 29-year-old provided an assist in the 6-1 win at Atalanta before registering one goal and an assist in the 4-1 victory at Allianz Arena. He completed an impressive nine dribbles and also created five chances across two legs.
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#4 Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid)
Argentina striker Julian Alvarez led from the front for Atletico Madrid in his side’s 7-5 aggregate win against Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League round of 16. He scored twice on either side of the break and laid out an assist in the 5-2 first leg win, while he contributed a goal and an assist in the 3-2 second leg loss to help his club seal a quarter-final tie against Barcelona.
#3 Raphinha (Barcelona)
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Brazil forward Raphinha shouldered most of the responsibility of guiding Barcelona to the quarter-finals after his club were held to a 1-1 draw at Newcastle United. He failed to register a goal involvement in the first leg, but recorded two goals and two assists in the 7-2 second leg triumph at Camp Nou. He also created nine chances, including four big chances, in two last-16 games.
#2 Federico Valverde (Real Madrid)
Uruguay midfielder Federico Valverde produced a captain’s display in his side’s 3-0 Champions League round of 16 first leg win against Manchester City. He scored three goals in the first half at Estadio Bernabeu before his tireless performance in the 2-1 second leg triumph at Etihad Stadium. He created three chances and won 15 of his 28 overall duels across two contests.
#1 Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Paris Saint-Germain)
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Georgia winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia turned heads with his excellent goalscoring performances in Paris Saint-Germain’s (PSG) 8-2 aggregate win over Chelsea. He scored a brace and provided an assist in his second half cameo in the 5-2 first leg. He then netted the opener in PSG’s 3-0 second leg victory at Stamford Bridge after starting the match on the left-side of the pitch.
Ronnie O’Sullivan produced a superb display to beat Shaun Murphy 5-3 and reach the quarter-finals of the World Open in Yushan.
After O’Sullivan’s 96 break in the first frame, Murphy hit back with a 139 in the second before edging ahead.
But seven-time world champion O’Sullivan responded with runs of 77 and 121 to retake the lead.
Although Murphy drew level again, O’Sullivan produced further breaks of 89 and 76 to see off his fellow Englishman and advance to his 150th ranking quarter-final.
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The 50-year-old will face Wales’ Ryan Day, who defeated Latvia’s Artemijs Zizins 5-4 in the last eight on Friday.
Northern Ireland’s Mark Allen is also through to the quarter-finals, recording a 5-0 win over Zhou Yuelong of China.
He will face Wu Yize, also of China, for a place in the semi-finals after the 22-year-old came through 5-2 against 2024 world champion Kyren Wilson.
His displays attracted praise from Ireland head coach Andy Farrell and earned him the Six Nations ‘Rising Player’ award.
Farrell will hope Baloucoune recovers in time for the start of Ireland’s Nations Championship campaign, with fixtures against Australia, Japan and New Zealand in July.
Baloucoune’s injury is another blow for Ulster boss Richie Murphy, who is without several players for Friday’s URC game against Connacht.
Earlier this week, the province confirmed Cormac Izuchukwu, James Hume and Dave Shanahan will miss the inter-provincial fixture after sustaining concussions in last week’s win over Edinburgh.
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Jude Postlethwaite, who was part of Ireland’s Six Nations squad, will be unavailable for several weeks after suffering a hand fracture, while versatile back Jake Flannery is nursing a shoulder issue.
Second row Harry Sheridan is suspended following his red card against Edinburgh.
Iran’s players pose for a team photo at Azadi Stadium in Tehran, Iran (left) and US President Donald Trump receives the FIFA Peace Prize from FIFA president Gianni Infantino in Washington, Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. (AP Photo)
Iran Football Federation president Mehdi Taj said Iran will take part in the upcoming FIFA World Cup but intends to boycott the United States amid ongoing tensions.“We will be preparing for the World Cup. We will boycott the United States but not the World Cup,” Taj said in a video released by the Iranian press agency Fars News Agency on Wednesday, as cited by news agency AFP.Iran are currently scheduled to play their group-stage matches in the United States. However, the federation has started discussions with FIFA about the possibility of shifting those fixtures to another venue. FIFA has so far said that the tournament schedule remains unchanged.Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Tuesday that Mexico is ready to host Iran’s group matches if required. “Yes,” she said when asked about the possibility. “Mexico maintains diplomatic relations with every country in the world, therefore we will wait to see what FIFA decides.”Iran’s participation in the tournament, which will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico, has come under focus since the conflict in the Middle East began last month. US President Donald Trump had earlier warned that the safety of Iranian players could be at risk if they travelled to the United States.Gianni Infantino had initially said that assurances were received from Trump that the Iranian team would be allowed to participate. Iran are scheduled to face New Zealand and Belgium in Los Angeles, followed by a match against Egypt in Seattle.However, Trump later said that Iran’s team should not travel to the tournament “for their own life and safety”, drawing strong reactions. Iran responded by stating that “no one can exclude Iran’s national team from the World Cup”.Iran had qualified for the tournament almost a year ago after topping their group, becoming the second Asian side after Japan to secure a place.The team’s base camp for the tournament is currently planned in Tucson, Arizona.Meanwhile, Abolfazl Pasandideh criticised “the US government’s lack of cooperation regarding visa issuance and the provision of logistical support” for the Iranian delegation in a statement released on Monday.If Iran eventually withdraws from the tournament, it is not yet known which team would replace them.
Galatasaray also confirmed that Victor Osimhen suffered a fracture to his right forearm during the first half.
The Nigeria forward went down holding his arm following a challenge with Ibrahima Konate in the eighth minute, but he played on until he was replaced by Leroy Sane at half-time.
“Following the match, a check-up at the hospital under the supervision of our medical team revealed that our player had a fracture in his right forearm, and a cast was applied,” Galatasaray said.
“A decision regarding surgery will be made in the coming days after further evaluation.”
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Buruk complained about referee Pawel Raczkowski’s decision-making following Osimhen’s injury.
“Looking at Osimhen’s position, we saw that Konate was able to commit these fouls very easily, he could easily apply any kind of foul,” Buruk said.
“While we were expecting the best referee in the world, perhaps one of the worst referees officiated the game.”
Liverpool will face reigning champions Paris St-Germain in the quarter-finals.
Bruno Guimaraes is one of many midfield transfer targets for Manchester United with Casemiro set to leave at the end of the season
Manchester United are in ‘advanced talks’ to sign Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes, as per Reuters. Their report has claimed it would be in an €80million (£69m) summer move but that Real Madrid’s interest threatens to complicate a switch.
Los Blancos’ interest dates back to 2022 with the Brazilian midfielder seeming likely to join before Newcastle’s hefty bid was sent to Lyon. However, initial contact between United and Guimaraes’ camp have suggested that both parties want the move.
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The Magpies’ elimination from the Champions League at the hands of Barcelona has increased the likelihood of Guimaraes departing with European qualification for next season currently unlikely. Guimaraes would almost certainly arrive as a replacement for the outgoing Casemiro.
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Two additions in the centre of the park would likely be needed this summer as United are light in midfield even with Casemiro still currently at the club. Champions League football also looks destined to return to Old Trafford for the 2026/27 campaign which makes the need for a deep squad even more important.
Having been knocked out of both domestic cup competitions at the first round, United will only play 40 games this season which has allowed focus to be firmly on the Premier League.
United have subsequently moved up to third in the table, six points clear of Chelsea, who occupy the first position outside of Champions League qualification.
United could also be just four points behind Manchester City heading into the March international break as they are in Carabao Cup final action this weekend.
Despite mostly only playing once every week, injury problems have ramped up for Carrick in recent weeks and some key players are set to remain absent.
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On Lisandro Martinez and then Matthijs de Ligt, Carrick said: “He’s [Martinez] a lot closer. He’s getting there. After this one, I think he’ll be alright Frustrating for Mata (De Ligt), he’s been trying to work towards getting back, it’s a back issue that’s proving difficult. We’ll keep working as hard as we can.”
Mason Mount returned to the matchday squad last weekend but is unlikely to be in the starting XI while Patrick Dorgu remains absent.
Carrick also revealed that Noussair Mazraoui has missed some training this week through illness but he is confident the defender can still feature at the Vitality Stadium.
Reigning Masters champion Rory McIlroy has unveiled a distinctive menu for the traditional Champions Dinner, featuring grilled elk sliders and a dish inspired by his mother.
The Northern Irishman, who completed a career Grand Slam with his play-off victory over Ryder Cup team-mate Justin Rose at Augusta last April, will host the exclusive event.
Held in the clubhouse on the Tuesday evening of Masters week, the dinner sees the reigning champion curate a bespoke menu for fellow past winners.
Among the four appetisers are bacon-wrapped dates, a nod to McIlroy’s mother Rosie, alongside the grilled elk sliders, rock shrimp tempura, and peach and ricotta flatbread.
McIlroy explained the personal touch behind his choices, stating: “My mum does these really, really nice dates stuffed with goat cheese wrapped in bacon, so I put those on the appetisers list. So thanks to Rosie for that one.”
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McIlroy won the Masters in dramatic fashion last year (Getty Images)
He added: “In the build-up to the Masters last year, I got this big shipment of elk and I was eating a lot of that, and I didn’t want elk to be the main course because I didn’t know if everyone would like that. I incorporated that into the appetisers so I’m doing grilled elk sliders, which I think is fun.”
For the first course, Yellowfin tuna carpaccio has been selected, replicating a dish from Le Bernardin, McIlroy’s favourite restaurant in New York City.
Main course options include Wagyu filet mignon and seared salmon, accompanied by Irish champ (mashed potatoes with spring onions), followed by sticky toffee pudding for dessert.
McIlroy described his selections as being “from the heart and from personal experience, and I guess a little bit of nostalgia for me of what I wanted to serve.”
The 36-year-old was particularly enthusiastic about the wine list, which includes a 2015 Salon Brut champagne, a 2022 Domaine Leflaive Batard Montrachet – the first white wine he “actually liked” – a 1990 Chateau Lafite Rothschild, and a 1989 Chateau D’Yquem dessert wine.
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The 1990 Chateau Lafite Rothschild was enjoyed the night he won the Masters, while the dessert wine hails from his birth year and is described as “like liquid gold.”
“I wanted to be really intentional with the wines,” he said, highlighting his growing passion for collecting. “To work with the sommeliers at the club and be able to choose these wines was a lot of fun.”
The 2026 Masters is scheduled to begin on Thursday, April 9.
The Philadelphia Eagles made an interesting trade to bring in a backup for starting quarterback Jalen Hurts.
The Eagles acquired veteran quarterback Andy Dalton from the Carolina Panthers in exchange for a seventh-round draft pick, according to multiple reports.
The 38-year-old signal-caller spent the past three seasons with the Panthers, where he mostly served as a backup to Bryce Young, the first overall selection of the 2023 NFL Draft.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton throws against the Las Vegas Raiders in the first half at Allegiant Stadium.(Kirby Lee/Imagn Images)
But he did take over in 2024 as the team’s starter after first-year head coach Dave Canales didn’t like what he saw out of Young to start the year. Dalton started five games for the Panthers, going 1-4 in that stretch before Young’s return.
Dalton was a starter for nine seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals, going 70-61-2 over that span with four straight playoff berths from 2011-14. Unfortunately for Dalton and the Bengals, they were never able to pick up a postseason victory.
After the 2019 season, the Bengals shifted away from Dalton after they drafted Joe Burrow first overall during the 2020 NFL Draft. Dalton was in and out of a starting role in Dallas and with the Chicago Bears in the 2021 season.
He assumed the role full-time with the New Orleans Saints in 2022, going 6-8 over 14 starts before ultimately joining Carolina.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton throws a pass against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second quarter at Allegiant Stadium.(Stephen R. Sylvanie/Imagn Images)
It’s an interesting move for the Eagles considering Tanner McKee, who has played well during the preseason, was Hurts’ backup all last season. While this could be competition for McKee entering training camp, Dalton continues to play with the idea of being on a roster full-time, even if he’s not the starter.
The Panthers signed Kenny Pickett, a former Eagles quarterback, this offseason. As a result, Dalton was expendable.
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The Eagles head into the 2026 season with the obvious hope that Hurts is healthy enough for a full 17-game slate and then some. However, he didn’t have the best season under offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, who caught flak from the rabid fan base as the team struggled.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton before a game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. (Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images)
Philadelphia finished 11-6 before losing to the San Francisco 49ers in the wild-card round at home. Patullo was fired days later, and the Eagles hired ex-Green Bay Packers quarterbacks coach Sean Mannion to take over the role.
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