Ex-Vikings Quarterback Tabbed for Comeback
Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Jordan Ta’amu won a UFL championship last weekend, as his DC Defenders chipped off the Michigan Panthers by a score of 58-34.
Bleacher Report named a former Vikings quarterback as a top option for an NFL comeback after a UFL chip. Could a comeback be in the cards?
Ta’amu played masterfully throughout the season, especially in the championship, and could be in line for an NFL reunion. Bleacher Report listed five UFLers who deserve another look on the biggest stage, and Ta’amu was included.
Here’s what to know about the 27-year-old.
Bleacher Report Names Jordan Ta’ama an NFL Return Candidate
The UFL often acts as a springboard for that league’s top players to grab NFL auditions. The season may be no different.
BR’s Brent Sobleski explained, “Jordan Ta’amu has been Mr. Spring Football. He’s played well enough between multiple leagues to get cups of coffee with the Kansas City Chiefs, Detroit Lions, Washington Commanders, Carolina Panthers and Minnesota Vikings after being an undrafted signee by the Houston Texans.”
“This year is no different. While Perkins emerged as the UFL’s top player during the season, Ta’amu saved his best for last in the league’s championship game. The 27-year-old quarterback shredded the Michigan Panthers defense for 390 yards and four touchdown passes on his way to being named the UFL Championship Most Valuable Player. Ta’amu, 27, pulled a Michael Jordan and took that personally.”
All NFL rosters currently showcase 90 players, so there should be room for Ta’amu somewhere when training camps roll around in one month.
“As a result, he raised the trophy at the end of the season. At his best, Ta’amu can be deadly accurate when operating on time and in rhythm. He doesn’t have the biggest arm, but he throws with good anticipation and ball placement,” Sobleski added.
“He’s more than proved himself to be an able backup somewhere in the NFL.”
Why Jordan Ta’amu’s Name Is NFL-Relevant Again
Winning the UFL Championship
Listen, Ta’amu was magnificent en route to thrashing the Panthers in the title game.
He accounted for 5 total touchdowns, with 390 passing yards on a 21/28 completion-to-attempt ratio, along with 28 rushing yards. The Hawaiian was named the UFL Championship MVP — how could he not with those numbers? — and had previously earned the same league’s MVP award in 2023.
In short, Ta’amu has excelled in the offshoot league.
Role in the NFL This Season?
Despite his majesty in the UFL, Ta’amu certainly won’t slide into a prominent role if an NFL team gives him another nod. At best, Ta’amu will seek 53-man roster inclusion, possibly swiping a QB3 job from a club.
Ta’amu would profile for QB2 responsibilities if an existing backup quarterback fell injured. He simply needs a training camp and preseason audition, particularly coming off the steam of the UFL Championship.
It should be somewhat realistic for the former Viking.
Jordan Ta’amu Stint with Vikings
Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah signed Ta’amu for a week in the summer of 2023. It was the season when Joshua Dobbs eventually took the NFL by storm, but before that event, Minnesota showcased Kirk Cousins, Nick Mullens, and rookie (at the time) Jaren Hall.
Adofo-Mensah added Ta’amu for roster depth, and he stuck around for one week. That’s all.
Ta’amu has fired up auditions with six NFL teams since going undrafted out of Ole Miss in 2019.
Other Comeback Candidates from UFL
Former Los Angeles Rams quarterback Bryce Perkins won the UFL’s main MVP award in 2025, and Sobleski also name-dropped him for an NFL reunion. among three others.
“During Perkins’ first full season in the UFL, he finished fourth in the league with 1,342 passing yards and provided a nine-to-two touchdown-to-interception ratio (in seven games). He also ranked second with a 69 completion percentage. He’s dangerous as a dual-threat option,” Sobleski wrote.
“As the NFL continues to incorporate the quarterback run game and run-pass options into schemes, the 28-year-old can thrive. He finished 14th in the UFL with 269 rushing yards but tied for second with five rushing touchdowns.
Fans might remember Perkins from his collegiate days at the University of Virginia in 2018 and 2019.
Sobleski concluded, “Quarterbacks are always at a premium, because not enough good ones can be found. Perkins has NFL bloodlines — his uncle, father and brother all played in the league — and already overcame so much after suffering a broken neck at the collegiate level.”
“He should now receive a chance to again play at the highest level and possibly help a squad’s depth, while being integrated into the offense with some designed quarterback-run packages.”
Ta’amu and Perkins could realistically get tryouts in the NFL this summer. Neither is an extreme longshot.
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