Raiders trade QB Nick Mullens to Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings make a move to strengthen

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their quarterback room as they go after Kirk Cousins.

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NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported Monday the Vikings acquired Nick Mullens from the Las Vegas Raiders.

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The Vikings have since announced the trade.

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According to Ian Rapoport, to meet the trade clause,

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Mullens would need to play in one game by the year 2022.

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Derek Carr is the starter for the Raiders, but Jarrett Stidham would be a backup.

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At the age of 27, Mullens has a good shot at getting the backup quarterback job for the Minnesota Vikings.

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He currently has two players on the roster that are veterans:

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Sean Mannion and 2021 draft pick Kellen Mond.

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Mullens started 16 games during his first 4 seasons and in 2021 he spent time in Philadelphia and Cleveland.

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