2011 NFL Draft: Should the Vikings Trade with the Bengals for 4th Overall Pick?

The Minnesota Vikings hold the 12^th overall selection in the draft.

While this guarantees them a player of high profile, it does not guarantee them the quarterback of the future that they desire.

The Bengals on the other hand are in an odd situation themselves. They need to add players who can be starters very quickly in order to save Marvin Lewis’ job, including a new quarterback.

Vikings head coach Leslie Frazier has mentioned that if the guy they like is ahead of them that they would be willing to trade up and take him. So what holds back this deal from taking place?

If the Vikings send the 12^th and 43^rd overall picks to the Bengals for the 4^th overall and their third-round pick, who would the Vikings be interested in taking?

Quarterback Blaine Gabbert of Missouri.

If the Buffalo Bills pass on Gabbert at No. 3, the Vikings may be seriously thinking about trading up. Gabbert can become the franchise quarterback that the Vikings have been seeking and would team well with what offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave wants to do with the offense.

Of course, Minnesota needs more than just a quarterback. The team could very easily trade down instead of up and procure more picks. But if the situation develops to where the Bengals are offering and Gabbert is available, why not?

Wouldn't this be a big flash in the pan for Frazier's first draft?