# NFL trade deadline activity and running back speculation > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/minnesota-vikings-nfl-trade-deadline-activity > Updated: 2026-11-05T00:02:51.000Z. Sources: 30. Developments: 6. The Minnesota Vikings continue to explore roster improvements ahead of the November 10 NFL trade deadline. General manager Nolan Teasley has prioritized help in the trenches, specifically targeting interior offensive and defensive linemen to support defensive coordinator Brian Flores’s scheme. Speculation regarding high-profile running backs remains a central theme. Jonathan Taylor of the Indianapolis Colts is a primary candidate for trade as the Colts undergo a rebuild. While Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon views Taylor as a mainstay, the organization is reportedly open to deals involving first-round draft value or multiple second and third-round selections. While the Vikings, Green Bay Packers, Denver Broncos, and Cincinnati Bengals have expressed interest, the New York Giants have also emerged as a contender, though they currently trail the Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos in betting odds to acquire him. Additionally, media analysts have suggested the Dallas Cowboys could target Taylor to improve a rushing attack that currently ranks 25th in the NFL. In Jacksonville, the emergence of Bhayshul Tuten as the Jaguars' primary running back has led to speculation regarding backup Chris Rodriguez Jr. as a potential target for the Cincinnati Bengals. Tuten’s status remains uncertain for the Jaguars' upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens due to a foot or ankle injury, making him a game-time decision. ## Claims - The Minnesota Vikings are looking to acquire running backs and tight ends via trade. (reported by 1 source) - Jonathan Taylor is a leading candidate to be acquired by the Vikings from the Colts. (reported by 1 source) - The Vikings have approximately $6.31 million in available salary cap space. (reported by 1 source) - Any team acquiring Jonathan Taylor would be responsible for the prorated remainder of his $6.98 million base salary for 2026. (reported by 1 source) - The Vikings rank 29th in the NFL in yards per game average. (reported by 1 source) ## Timeline ### 2026-11-05: Dallas Cowboys address running back depth and trade speculation The Dallas Cowboys have signed Jashaun Corbin to their practice squad to improve running back depth amid discussions regarding a potential trade for Indianapolis Colts star Jonathan Taylor. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dallas-cowboys-address-running-back-depth-and-trade-speculation ### 2026-11-04: Jonathan Taylor trade speculation intensifies ahead of NFL deadline NFL trade deadline speculation centers on Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, with the Giants and Vikings emerging as potential suitors amid high asking prices from Indianapolis. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jonathan-taylor-identified-as-potential-nfl-trade-candidate ### 2026-11-03: NFL trade deadline rumors focus on running backs NFL trade deadline rumors intensify around running backs Jonathan Taylor, Chris Rodriguez Jr., and Bhayshul Tuten as teams look to bolster rosters before the November 10 deadline. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nfl-trade-deadline-rumors-focus-on-running-backs ### 2026-10-31: Indianapolis Colts face trade rumors following loss to Jaguars Following a 42-7 loss to the Jaguars, the Indianapolis Colts are reportedly active in trade talks for star running back Jonathan Taylor ahead of the November 10 deadline. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indianapolis-colts-seek-high-price-for-running-back-jonathan-taylor ### 2026-10-29: Indianapolis Colts open trade talks for running back Jonathan Taylor The Indianapolis Colts are in active trade talks regarding star running back Jonathan Taylor, with several NFL teams expressing interest ahead of the November 10 deadline. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minnesota-vikings-pursue-trade-deadline-moves-under-gm-nolan-teasley ### 2026-10-21: Minnesota Vikings defensive updates and trade rumors The Minnesota Vikings are linked to Philadelphia Eagles defensive star Jalen Carter in potential trade discussions, while several former Vikings defensive tackles have moved to new NFL teams. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minnesota-vikings-defensive-updates-and-trade-rumors --- Cite as: NFL trade deadline activity and running back speculation. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/minnesota-vikings-nfl-trade-deadline-activity