On April 25th, the Minnesota Vikings made a big move in the NFL offseason by trading for quarterback Joshua Dobbs. Dobbs, who was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fourth round of the 2017 NFL Draft, has been a backup for the Steelers since then. He has appeared in just three games in his three-year career, completing five of 12 passes for one touchdown and two interceptions.
The trade is a low-risk, high-reward move for the Vikings. Dobbs is a talented quarterback with a lot of potential. He was a four-year starter at the University of Tennessee, where he threw for over 8,000 yards and rushed for over 2,000 yards in his college career. He also earned a degree in aerospace engineering, showing his intelligence and dedication to his craft.
The Vikings are hoping that Dobbs can develop into a reliable backup quarterback behind Kirk Cousins. While Cousins is the clear starter, Dobbs provides the team with a capable backup who can step in if needed. He also provides competition for Kyle Sloter, who is currently the team’s third-string quarterback.
The trade is a win-win for both teams. The Steelers get a fifth-round pick in return for Dobbs and the Vikings get an experienced quarterback with potential. It remains to be seen how Dobbs will perform in Minnesota, but the team is hopeful that he can develop into a reliable backup and provide competition at the quarterback position.