The Minnesota Vikings agreed to trade Sam Howell to the Philadelphia Eagles, and one report suggests the team will likely use the extra draft capital to go after a wide receiver. While Justin Jefferson is incredible, the rest of the depth chart could use some work. Jordan Addison is serving a three-game suspension to start the season, and Jalen Nailor is battling through a hand injury. The Vikings need first-round pick J.J. McCarthy to live up to his potential, and surrounding him with talented wide receivers is the best way to increase his odds of panning out.
[caption id="attachment_243625" align="alignnone" width="640"] Aug 8, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen (19) goes in motion against the Cleveland Browns during the first quarter at B