After signing with Minnesota's practice squad in late November, Jones was never elevated to the 53-man roster for the final six games of the regular season. Even so, his ample starting experience during his time with the Giants could make him the Vikings' top backup option at quarterback ahead of Nick Mullens if starter Sam Darnold were to miss time at any point during Minnesota's postseason run.

The Vikings signed quarterback Daniel Jones to the active roster from the practice squad, the team announced. They waived quarterback Brett Rypien in a corresponding move. The Vikings also have Nick Mullens behind Sam Bradford on the 53-player roster.

Saying there was doubt with the Detroit Lions defense going into their regular season finale against the Minnesota Vikings would be an understatement. There was a lot of love for the Vikings to come into Detroit,