The Joe Burrow Rumors Are Not Done for the Vikings

Mark Konezny-Imagn Images Three months ago, when Joe Burrow expressed sadness about his life and football in general, NFL media ran wild with trade theories, including the Minnesota Vikings as a destination. Minnesota later signed Kyler Murray , and Burrow was not traded, but now the Vikings are already part of the 2027 Burrow rumor mill. Burrow keeps showing up in Vikings speculation, even after Minnesota made its quarterback commitment this offseason.

If the Bengals don’t reach the playoffs or win a postseason game in 2026, the working theory suggests Burrow could demand a change of scenery. Per Bleacher Report , Minnesota is on the shortlist. Murray’s Arrival Changed the Burrow Conversation Hopefully, the Vikings don’t need Burrow.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) calls signals at the line of scrimmage during the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at Paycor Stadium, on Dec 28, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio, directing the offense as the Bengals worked through a late-season matchup with postseason positioning still in play. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images BR: Vikings a Team to Watch for a 2027 Burrow Trade BR’s Moe Moton named five trade landing spots for Burrow, just in case, and the Vikings made the cut. He explained , “Among the possible landing spots, the Vikings would have the best structure in place for Burrow.

He would reunite with his former LSU teammate, Justin Jefferson, who’s one of the league’s top receivers, easing the sting of leaving another star wideout, Ja’Marr Chase . Furthermore, as the Vikings’ lead skipper, Kevin O’Connell has won Coach of the Year and fielded a top-six passing offense in three of four seasons. ” “Regardless of Murray’s performance in the upcoming term, the Vikings should monitor Burrow’s situation in Cincinnati.