Talking to reporters last week after the Vikings waived reserve quarterback Jaren Hall, general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell both confirmed that the intent was to sign him to their practice squad.

Even if the Vikings didn’t feel comfortable with Hall being next in line behind starting Sam Darnold and backup quarterback Nick Mullens, they had visions of developing him over the long haul with the potential to be a key contributor down the road.

“I really want to evaluate what is in his best interest for him to have the most successful career,” O’Connell said last week. “I do hope that involves him staying here and continuing that process.”

It won’t.

As the Vikings took the field at TCO Performance Center on Monday afternoon, Hall was nowhere to be found. The reason? He had officially signed with the Seahawks to join their practice squad.

Originally selected by the Vikings in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Hall got thrust into action as a rookie, looking completely overwhelmed for prolonged stretches. There were signs of improvement from Hall last month during the exhibition slate as he completed 28 of 46 pass for 339 yards across preseason games against the Raiders, Browns and Eagles.

Some number changes

Now that the active roster is in place, the Vikings have some number changes to report.

The full list of number changes on the active roster included cornerback Stephon Gilmore wearing No. 2, linebacker Brian Asamoah wearing No. 6, kicker Will Reichard wearing No. 16, cornerback Fabian Moreau wearing No. 23, safety Theo Jackson wearing No. 26, and cornerback Dwight McGlothern wearing No. 29.

The full list of number changes on the practice squad included cornerback Nahshon Wright wearing No. 25, safety Bobby McCain wearing No. 28, running back Zavier Scott wearing No. 26, and offensive lineman Ricky Lee III wearing No. 63.

Related Articles

Here are five Vikings who need to step up this season

Charley Walters: J.J. McCarthy’s future as Vikings quarterback is far from certain

Dane Mizutani: Yes, the Vikings screwed up the 2022 NFL Draft. Now can we please stop talking about it?

Why Vikings picked Myles Gaskin over Kene Nwangwu as their No. 3 running back

The Loop: Nipsey Russell’s 2024 NFL Preview