The Minnesota Vikings traded for Sam Howell to be J.J. McCarthy's backup, but Brett Rypien may take the job from him.

8. Denver Broncos (13): While coach Sean Payton and QB Bo Nix might be this team's most recognizable faces, a defense that ranked seventh overall in 2024 might wind up being its strength.

The Minnesota Vikings may need a new backup QB to replace Sam Howell, and trading for Kenny Pickett of the Browns is a logical solution.

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