Vikings Weigh Jalen Hurts Trade Amid Kyler Murray Struggles

The Minnesota Vikings could pursue Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts as they evaluate their options at the position amid Kyler Murray's early-season struggles. A potential deal would give Minnesota an experienced Super Bowl winner and another option for its championship ambitions, according to a trade proposal published by Yahoo Sports on October 10, 2026.

Murray has recorded 433 passing yards, one touchdown and two interceptions across approximately nine quarters of play, according to Yahoo Sports. Through Minnesota's first four games, the offense produced just one touchdown in 24 opportunities, despite the team's undefeated record.

Head coach Kevin O'Connell could reassess the quarterback situation during Minnesota's Week 6 bye if Murray continues to struggle against the New Orleans Saints. The team has already traded former No. 10 overall pick JJ McCarthy to the New York Giants for a fifth-round pick, leaving questions about its long-term plans at quarterback.

Hurts, 28, has led teams to two Super Bowl appearances and won one championship. He is in the third season of a five-year, $255 million contract that includes an exit option after 2027, potentially giving Minnesota a way to pursue a short-term solution while evaluating its future beyond the 2027 season.

Philadelphia's recent roster changes have added uncertainty to its quarterback outlook. The Eagles traded starting offensive lineman Cam Jurgens for a second-round pick in 2028, giving the team two first-round selections and two second-round selections in that draft, according to Yahoo Sports.

Those draft assets could become relevant as Philadelphia approaches a potential decision on Hurts. The 2028 draft takes place a couple of months after the Eagles can release him without an onerous financial penalty, according to the report.

Philadelphia's offensive situation has also been affected by the retirement of offensive tackle Lane Johnson earlier in the week and a hamstring strain suffered by running back Saquon Barkley. Yahoo Sports identified Barkley as another player who could become a trade candidate before November 10.

Minnesota's potential interest in Hurts comes as new general manager Nolan Teasley faces decisions about the roster ahead of the trade deadline. The Vikings hold their own first-round pick and Philadelphia's third-round pick in the 2027 draft.

Before the season, ESPN's Bill Barnwell projected that acquiring Hurts could cost a first-round pick and an additional, lower-value draft asset. Yahoo Sports suggested Minnesota's available selections could form the basis of an offer if Eagles general manager Howie Roseman were willing to move the quarterback.

Separately, KSTP reporter Darren Wolfson predicted that Minnesota would make a substantial trade before the deadline, potentially completing multiple deals. Wolfson discussed the team's expected activity on SKOR North on Friday, according to the VikingzFanPage.

Wolfson said he expects Minnesota to make a significant move but remains uncertain whether the team will complete more than one transaction.

"I think something's for sure coming," Wolfson told SKOR North, per the VikingzFanPage.

Wolfson framed the number of potential transactions as the main uncertainty surrounding the Vikings' plans, rather than whether the team would make a move at all. His comments were published amid speculation about Minnesota's Super Bowl prospects and O'Connell's decision on Murray.

"The question is, is it multiple [moves]? I'm more curious about that versus whether they do anything." Wolfson said.

The Vikings' next decisions will come against the backdrop of their undefeated start, Murray's statistical struggles and the November 10 trade deadline. No completed deal involving Hurts and Minnesota was identified in the source reports.