One potential Minnesota Vikings backup QB target is off the market
The Vikings may be in the market for a few players, such as a backup quarterback. One of those players that some predicted they could make a move for is seemingly off the table.
On Tuesday, the New York Post's Ryan Dunleavy shared that the New York Giants will not be trading away Jameis Winston.
Dunleavy shared on social media comments from the Giants assistant general manager, Brandon Brown, saying, "Brandon Brown on Jameis Winston's availability via trade: 'Appreciate the interest, but Jameis is a New York Giant.'"
He added that the former Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback has made it clear he wants to remain in New York.
While the Vikings try and figure out what they want to do next with their backup quarterback situation, they seemingly have one less option.
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