Vikings stay undefeated, eye trade moves before deadline

The Minnesota Vikings are undefeated and division‑leading. They could become 6‑0 if they defeat the Indianapolis Colts this upcoming week.

The team appears open to more than one roster move as they look to strengthen key areas before the Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline. Nolan Teasley is expected to be active before the Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline.

Tight end Josh Oliver is injured and T.J. Hockenson’s contract voids after the 2026 season, making the tight end spot a clear area for potential help. Jordan Mason suffered a thumb injury that sidelined him after a 28‑yard run against the Green Bay Packers in Week 1. Oliver played almost 75 percent of the Vikings' early‑down snaps through three weeks before a torn biceps was diagnosed after blocking for a Will Reichard field goal attempt against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 3.

The Vikings do not truly have an alpha defensive tackle or a deep pass rush room, and they could use more defensive line help. DeForest Buckner, a defensive tackle for the Indianapolis Colts, is a viable trade candidate ahead of the NFL’s mid‑season deadline on November 10. Buckner is in the final year of his $46 million contract and expressed dissatisfaction with his organization after the Colts loss to the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, October 18. The Vikings have been urged to inquire about Buckner as a potential addition.