The Minnesota Vikings made a long-awaited move for a veteran quarterback during the NFL draft, swapping picks with the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for Sam Howell.

The Vikings and quarterback Sam Howell have made things official. Minnesota announced on Monday that Howell has passed his physical with the organization, completing the trade that sent him to the NFC North club from Seattle.

The BriefThe Minnesota Vikings have a back-up quarterback for the 2025 season, announcing they've traded for Sam Howell.The move means J.J. McCarthy is the clear-cut starter for the 2025 season, coming off a torn meniscus last year.