The P/PTSD Perspective: Vikings Hero, Trade Noise, and Veteran Pushing for 53

Kwesi Adofo-Mensah watches from the sideline during the Vikings’ International Series game in Dublin. — Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah observes from the sideline during an NFL International Series matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sep. 28, 2025, at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland. The overseas contest marked another global stage for the league, with Adofo-Mensah evaluating his team’s performance and roster depth while representing the franchise in one of football’s most unique international settings. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images.

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The P/PTSD Perspective: November 8th, 2025

1) Departed Vikings Hero Gets Shown the Door: John Parker Romo has had a wild ride in the NFL. Most recently, Romo was putting in work for the Falcons. Previously, he was earning his pay in the Twin Cities as an injury-fill in. Where he goes in his next step is anyone’s guess.

Nov 24, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Vikings kicker John Parker Romo (96) watches his successful game winning field goal against the Chicago Bears during overtime at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images.

2) Vikings Expected to Make Some Trade Noise: In the end, the Vikings decided to stick around on the sidelines. Not often, folks, does Kwesi Adofo-Mensah fail to find a dance partner. Any chance no moves is the best move?

3) Picked Off Scrap Heap, Vikings Veteran Earns a Start (And Maybe on Ongoing Job): Nick Vannett isn’t the perfect tight end. Could he nevertheless be a tight end who helps the team to pull off wins? The veteran has size and can be physical. Quite possibly, that’s going to mean more playing time on Sundays.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) celebrates a touchdown against Detroit Lions with wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, November 2, 2025. © Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images.

4) Once Promising Vikings Defender Has Quietly Gone Missing: To be sure, there’s some oddness within the situation. The corner has good size and has potential. Earning a spot on the 53-man roster spot suggests as much. Why isn’t he being allowed to play?

5) New Details Emerge on Aaron Jones’ Injury: Forget what Aaron Jones is capable of doing on the field. Off the field, he’s a great leader who is a key part of what Minnesota is building. Tough, hard working, and competitive. And then there’s Jones being a great pass blocker, being someone with silky mitts, and who runs well, too. The Vikings are better with him in the lineup.

Aaron Jones Sr. runs the ball for the Vikings against the Falcons at U.S. Bank Stadium. — Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones Sr. (33) finds a gap and charges forward for yardage during the first half against the Atlanta Falcons on Sep 14, 2025, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The veteran back has been instrumental in establishing Minnesota’s run game balance early this season, providing consistent production and leadership for a young offense. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images.

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