RB Trades the Vikings Could Pull Off after the Draft
Sam Navarro Most Minnesota Vikings fans hope the franchise drafts a running back somewhat early in the draft; the franchise is long overdue. But what if they don’t? Or what if they don’t pick one until Round 7, in which case the selection is a fool’s errand?
The club might turn to trade options . Minnesota may need a backup plan if the draft board breaks poorly. Believe it or not, a handful of young running backs might be gettable via trade.
Several Young Backs Could Enter the Trade Conversation Ranked in ascending order, these are the most likely running back trade targets for the Vikings if they strike out in the draft (No. 1 = most realistic option). New York Jets running back Braelon Allen takes the field during pregame warmups at MetLife Stadium, moving through early routines as teammates prepare for kickoff, with the scene unfolding on Sep 14, 2025 in East Rutherford.
The rookie back readies for action against the Buffalo Bills as New York opens another AFC East matchup. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images. 9.
Braelon Allen (NYJ) Breece Hall was slated to become a free agent this offseason, and because the Jets seemed hellbent on starting over — trading Sauce Gardner was the evidence — many expected Hall to depart. Then, that didn’t happen. The decision keeps Allen squarely in an RB2 role.
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