Vikings’ Justin Jefferson goes Kevin O’Connell route on QB trade, but we all know what he’s really thinking

Justin Jefferson is leaving the decision about the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback situation to the front office and coaching staff. The Vikings are coming off a terrible 23-6 loss against the Buffalo Bills on Monday, dropping them to 6-2 this season.

The loss also increased the buzz surrounding the Vikings’ quarterback situation with the NFL trade deadline approaching on Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET. When asked on Monday whether Minnesota should pursue a quarterback before the trade deadline, Jefferson pointed toward general manager Nolan Teasley and head coach Kevin O'Connell.

“Not sure,” Jefferson said. “That’s on Nolan, that’s on KO. That’s their job. My job is to continue getting open, be the leader of this team. Come next week, hopefully things change.”

Jefferson has continued to handle his responsibilities and produce on the field, but the Vikings’ ongoing struggles in the passing game could eventually test his patience.

Following last week's 19-15 loss to the Detroit Lions, Jefferson chose not to address it. His frustration is understandable, considering the lack of consistency the Vikings have received from their quarterbacks.

Meanwhile, Jefferson's response to questions about a potential quarterback acquisition resembled O'Connell's comments following Monday's loss.

O'Connell was also asked whether Minnesota could pursue a quarterback before the trade deadline, but he directed the question to the general manager instead.

“Yeah, I'll defer to Nolan Teasley on that, we've had dialogue about a lot of different positions, and tight turnaround playing on a Monday Night game, and we'll get right to work on any potential moves that can be there,” O'Connell said. “But really just focused on the game tonight, which was not good enough in any shape or form.”

Quarterback uncertainty is a big thing for Minnesota, as questions remain about whether the Vikings should continue relying on Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz, who was 8-of-25 for 81 yards and threw two interceptions on Monday. Max Brosmer has also failed to prove that he can be a long-term answer.