Vikings release Brett Rypien; Max Brosmer safe?

We now have a clear picture of what Minnesota's QB room will look like to start the season.

Aug 22, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Brett Rypien (11) throws against the Tennessee Titan during pre-game warmups at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images | Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

The Vikings are expected to release veteran Brett Rypien amid Sunday's quarterback shakeup, according to a report from NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.

The #Vikings are releasing QB Brett Rypien, per source.

The respected veteran should have interest elsewhere, while Minnesota moves forward with a remodeled QB room of J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz and undrafted rookie Max Brosmer. pic.twitter.com/Xpinc2ENCK

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 24, 2025

Subscribe: Sign up to receive the free Vikings On SI newsletter

After trading Sam Howell to the Eagles and signing free agent Carson Wentz, Minnesota quarterback room will likely be J.J. McCarthy, Wentz and undrafted rookie Max Brosmer to start the 2025-26 season.

Rypien signed with Minnesota last August after four seasons with the Broncos and one with the Rams. The former Boise State standout has started four games in his NFL career, but never seemed to find his groove with the Vikings. At 29 years old, he will now look for another opportunity elsewhere.