On Saturday, they acquired Sam Howell in a trade with the Seattle Seahawks. The Vikings sent pick 142 to the Seahawks in exchange for Howell and pick 172.

The Vikings have picked up a veteran backup for J.J. McCarthy. Minnesota acquired quarterback Sam Howell in a trade with the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday.

Multiple media reported Saturday afternoon that the Minnesota Vikings had made another draft-day trade, exchanging fifth-round picks with Seattle and giving the Vikings the rights to Sam Howell. CBS Sports reported earlier in the week that General Manager John Schneider said the Seahawks have gotten calls about Howell.