Vikings Eye Murray, Smith for QB Upgrade

0:00This is Corey with NFL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now, subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Minnesota Vikings are eyeing veteran quarterbacks Kyler Murray and Geno Smith as top options this off-season. Both are expected to get released by their current teams, the Cardinals and Raiders, letting the Vikings sign either for a minimum of $1,300,000 while they collect guaranteed money from old deals. Other names like Kurt Cousins, Aaron Rodgers and Derek Carr are floating around, but Murray and Smith lead the pack right now. Murray, the number one overall pickback in 2019, brings youth at age 27, raw talent, and dual threat skills, though he's dealt with injuries in his smaller size. Smith, on the other hand, shines as a pocket passer after solid years with the Seahawks, despite a rough season lately. At 35, he's more proven and structured offenses, which can mesh well with head coach Kevin O'Connell's scheme. ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky broke it down recently, saying talent wise, he'd take Murray,

1:05but stylistically, Smith fits better as an in-rhythm point. Guard who lets the rest of the offense shine, O'Connell wants someone steady, not a solo star. Both have made multiple pro-bolls and offer real upside, alongside Ricky J.J. McCarthy and Minnesota's quarterback room, making this a smart, low risk. Move amid limited choices, special thanks to our sponsor for supporting this episode. Press play, put your head down, the sound is already there, S-O-L-L-I, solelypillow.com.