Chicago Tribune

With the major wave of free agency having passed and a highly anticipated quarterback draft a little more than five weeks away, it’s easier to assess what needs remain and which fits could be in place for mock draft season. The Minnesota Vikings made the first of what could be multiple bold moves Friday when they acquired the No. 23 pick from the Houston Texans. The Vikings sent Nos. 42 (second round) and 188 (sixth round) and a second-round pick in 2025 to the Texans for Nos. 23 and 232 (seventh round). It’s of note because it involves one of the Chicago Bears’ NFC North rivals and because the Vikings now own two first-round picks — Nos. 11 and 23 — positioning them to potentially trade again and move up to draft a replacement for quarterback Kirk Cousins, who signed with the Atlanta Falcons.