Vikings considering Daniel Jones as backup QB

Who’s the backup quarterback for the Vikings? Could it be Daniel Jones?
A couple of days after the Vikings signed quarterback Daniel Jones to the active roster, they left the door open for him potentially moving up on the depth chart. Notably, head coach Kevin O’Connell did not commit to quarterback Nick Mullens as the backup on Thursday afternoon at TCO Performance Center when the topic came up during his weekly press conference.
Daniel Jones Could Serve as Vikings' QB2 over Mullens for NFL Playoff Game vs. Rams
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell did not rule out the possibility of Daniel Jones serving as the primary backup to quarterback Sam Darnold
The Vikings elevate a former starting quarterback to the active roster
There is a shake-up in the Minnesota Vikings quarterback room ahead of Monday's wild card game against the Los Angeles Rams. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, Daniel Jones has been signed to the Vikings' active roster.
Vikings considering Daniel Jones as backup QB in playoffs
The Minnesota Vikings are considering a significant shakeup to their quarterback depth chart, one that would put newcomer Daniel Jones in position to play if starter Sam Darnold is injured or ineffective in the playoffs.
Ex-Giants QB Daniel Jones could be a snap away from playing in playoffs
While the Giants sit at home, their former quarterback, Daniel Jones could be taking snaps for the Minnesota Vikings in the playoffs on Monday. Minnesota plays the Rams in Los Angeles on Monday in the Wild Card round of the NFL Playoffs.
Vikings sign QB Daniel Jones to their active roster for the playoffs
The Vikings signed quarterback Daniel Jones to their active roster Tuesday. They waived quarterback Brett Rypien to make room for the former Giants starter, whom they added to their practice squad Nov.

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