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The Minnesota Vikings' offensive situation is starting to raise serious questions.
Despite an excellent 6-2 record, the team might consider a trade to strengthen its quarterback position before the NFL trade deadline.
According to Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network, Vikings executives had considered this possibility if Carson Wentz failed to deliver a convincing performance against the Buffalo Bills. However, Monday night's game is unlikely to have reassured them.
Called upon to replace Kyler Murray, who was out with a hamstring injury, Wentz had a particularly rough night. He completed just eight of 25 passes for 81 yards and threw two interceptions. His time on the field finally came to an end in the fourth quarter, when Max Brosmer got a chance to take over.
The 23-6 loss to Buffalo also exposed the offense's many shortcomings. Minnesota failed to convert any of its eight third-down attempts and spent less than 18 minutes with the ball.
Offensive struggles are a cause for concern despite a winning record
Another factor makes the situation particularly concerning. According to data from ESPN Research, the Vikings became the first team since 1925 to record at least six wins while going three games without scoring a touchdown in their first eight games.
Head coach Kevin O'Connell will therefore need to find solutions quickly. After the game, he acknowledged that he should have relied more on the running game.
This statement raises an important question: Do Minnesota's struggles stem solely from its quarterbacks, or are offensive decisions also to blame?
A trade could certainly improve the situation, but there's no guarantee that a new player would solve all the problems.
For a team that currently holds a 6-2 record and aspires to be a contender, the decisions made next could have a major impact on the rest of its season.
For now, no trade has been confirmed, and the Vikings will need to carefully evaluate their options before the trade deadline.
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