The Minnesota Vikings know first-hand how having a skilled, reliable backup quarterback can be a game changer for a franchise. The importance stressed on finding someone who can step in at a moment’s notice and do more than just move the ball and the offense efficiently downfield was a test they aced last year -- one they hoped to repeat this free agency.
Case Keenum proved to be the most important offseason acquisition in the NFL in 2017 after he was thrown into the fire for an injured Sam Bradford in Week 2 and led the Vikings to the NFC Championship Game.