Sean Mannion Fantasy

Minnesota Vikings backup quarterback Sean Mannion got the nod when starter Kirk Cousins was placed on the reserve/COVID list for their Week 17 matchup with the Green Bay Packers. The expectations were low and the Viking offense proved why in a loss that eliminated them from playoff contention. Mannion finished the game with 189 yards and a touchdown. His 14 rushing yards were surprisingly good enough to lead the team for an offense that clearly missed Cousins. It was a fitting end to the Vikings 2021 season, which was marked by inconsistent play all year.

Jan. 3rd • 8:37 AM

Minnesota Vikings backup quarterback Sean Mannion is expected to come off the Reserve/COVID-19 list and start on Sunday night against the Green Bay Packers, according to a source. Starter Kirk Cousins, who is unvaccinated, tested positive for COVID on Friday and has been ruled out for Week 17. The Vikings also have Kellen Mond and Kyle Sloter on the active roster, but they are electing to go with Mannion, who hasn't played in an NFL game since 2019. He's made just two starts in his career. Needless to say, fantasy managers will need to downgrade all of Minnesota's pass-catchers with Cousins sidelined. The Vikings will likely lean more on their ground game for as long as they can in this one. Mannion will purely be a desperation QB2 option in superflex leagues this weekend.

Dec. 31st • 11:27 AM

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sean Mannion has been promoted to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Cardinals. He was part of a similar transaction last week and ended up being active for the season opener. Rookie Kellen Mond was inactive, and the same is expected to be true in Week 2. Mannion, 29, hasn't appeared in a game since 2019 when he went 12-for-21 with 126 yards and two interceptions.

Sep. 18th • 9:45 PM