While the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback drama dominates offseason headlines, their **cornerback crisis** is equally pressing. With their top three corners potentially departing in free agency, the Vikings are eyeing **Detroit Lions’ standout Carlton Davis III** as a solution, per *Pro Football Talk*’s Ben Rolfe.
Davis, 28, a former second-round pick by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, spent six seasons in Tampa before being traded to Detroit in 2024. Rolfe notes that Minnesota’s secondary is riddled with holes, compounded by needs at guard, running back, and defensive line. However, the Vikings’ **cap space flexibility** could allow them to address multiple gaps, with Davis emerging as a prime target.
Projected to command under **$14 million annually**, Davis offers a cost-effective alternative to re-signing Byron Murphy Jr., whose expected $22 million average annual value (AAV) is steep. Rolfe highlights Davis’ **elite talent** and career-best performance in 2024, particularly his ability to stifle opposing quarterbacks. The key challenge will be keeping him healthy, but when on the field, Davis is a **game-changing cornerback** who could anchor Minnesota’s revamped secondary.
**Bottom Line:**
The Vikings’ offseason strategy hinges on balancing their QB dilemma with critical defensive upgrades. Landing Davis would be a savvy, budget-friendly move to shore up a glaring weakness—if they can outmaneuver the competition.
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