Sam Howell and the Vikings' other backup quarterback options haven't inspired much confidence thus far in training camp.

Vikings QB Nick Mullens Confident in His 2023 Performance Getty Nick Mullens of the Minnesota Vikings. Mullens’ stretch as the Vikings’ starter was pivotal in determining his future with the team.

Bengals beat Vikings 27-24 in OT The Vikings got the improved quarterback play they were looking for with Nick Mullens behind center. Whether he can lead Minnesota to the playoffs remains to be seen.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens stood unshaken at the press podium moments after throwing his fourth interception in a loss to the Detroit Lions, costing the Vikings a chance at making ...

Nick Mullens will start for the Browns (7-6) when they play the Las Vegas Raiders (6-7) on Monday evening. Mullens is starting in place of starter Baker Mayfield and backup Case Keenum.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens (12) takes part in drills during NFL football practice in Eagan, Minn., Monday, Dec. 4, 2023. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) ...

Nick Mullens posted the above on his Instagram before starting a new journey with the Philadelphia Eagles this offseason. Whether 49ers fans have a mutual feeling toward Mullens is the question.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens (12) throws an interceptions as he is sacked by Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle BJ Hill (92) during the first half of an NFL football game Saturday ...

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens (12) talks with Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver DeAndre Carter (3) after an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker) ...

Nick has them all,” O’Connell said. Mullens would likely be making his sixth start of the season this week had he not already been sidelined by a lower back injury when Cousins went down.

In this unsettled season for the Minnesota Vikings, Nick Mullens is next up at quarterback. Coach Kevin O’Connell announced Tuesday that Mullens will start Saturday at Cincinnati after relieving ...