Yesterday, the Minnesota Vikings traded away Harrison Phillips in a move that freed up over $7 million in salary cap space for the current season. This immediately got people thinking that it could lead to another move as a follow-up, as trading away a defensive leader doesn't make much sense otherwise.

The consensus opinion here is that the Phillips trade was not good. Obviously, he is a quality human being and solid football player. He is well liked by all and it is hard to see them move on from him for what seems like very little in return.

The Minnesota Vikings are in a bit of a pickle at the wide receiver position right now. Jordan Addison will be sidelined for the first three games of the regular season due to a suspension, and Justin Jefferson's status is up in the air as a result of a hamstring injury.