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Austin Ekeler Could Muddy Vikings Plans

Los Angeles Chargers phenom tailback Austin Ekeler stole early headlines on the first day of NFL free agency, and he could impact the Vikings, believe it or not.

Ekeler is the league’s leader in touchdowns — by a mile — in the last two seasons and reportedly wants out of Los Angeles.

Austin Ekeler Could Muddy Vikings Plans

ESPN tweeted, “Austin Ekeler is requesting permission to speak with other teams about a potential trade after preliminary talks with the Chargers aimed at a contract extension did not progress per Adam Schefter.”

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Jan 1, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) carries the ball in the first half against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium.