The Minnesota Vikings have reached a point where their quarterback situation is becoming difficult to ignore. Injuries and an ineffective performance against the Buffalo Bills have led to questions about how the team can keep its season on track.
With the trade deadline approaching, attention has turned to a Cleveland Browns quarterback whose latest start has prompted outside speculation that he could be a trade target.
Darius Slay Urges Vikings to Trade for Browns QB Shedeur Sanders
Former Philadelphia Eagles cornerback and Super Bowl LIX champion Darius Slay believes Minnesota should make a move for Shedeur Sanders. Slay shared his suggestion on X after the Vikings lost 23-6 to the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football.
“Vikings just go trade for shedeur plz 🙏🏽” Slay wrote.
Vikings just go trade for shedeur plz 🙏🏽
— Darius Slay (@bigplay24slay) November 10, 2026
Minnesota’s quarterback problems were clear against Buffalo. Kyler Murray missed the game with a hamstring injury, leaving Carson Wentz to lead the offense.
Wentz struggled to get anything going, completing just eight of 25 passes for 81 yards with two interceptions.
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The Vikings eventually replaced him with Max Brosmer, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the position.The loss dropped Minnesota to 6-2, putting more pressure on the team as it pursues the NFC North title. Slay’s suggestion comes as Sanders has given Cleveland a reason to reconsider his place in its quarterback room.
Sanders made his first start of the 2026 season on Nov. 8 against the New Orleans Saints, filling in for the injured Deshaun Watson, who ranks 24th in PFN’s NFL QB Impact. He completed 19 of 31 attempts for 297 yards and two touchdowns without throwing an interception.
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Cleveland still lost 23-22 in overtime, but Sanders’ performance offered a strong case for giving him more opportunities.
The 24-year-old was a fifth-round selection in the 2025 NFL Draft, going 144th overall after playing at Colorado. He started seven games as a rookie and earned a Pro Bowl selection. Sanders entered 2026 as Watson’s backup, but his latest outing has renewed questions about his long-term role in Cleveland.
The Browns also have Dillon Gabriel and Taylen Green on their active roster, alongside Watson and Sanders. Cleveland’s crowded quarterback room has fueled speculation about whether the Browns would consider an offer.
Sanders has appeared in three games this season, completing 22 of 34 passes for 299 yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions. His 112.3 passer rating adds context to the interest, although one strong start does not guarantee a trade.
With the Nov. 10 deadline approaching, Minnesota must decide whether Sanders could give its offense the help it needs.
