Vikings add Desmond Ridder to the 53-man roster behind Carson Wentz after J.J. McCarthy’s ankle injury, with Ridder getting up to speed as a backup. Cam Akers signs to boost Minnesota’s backfield, reuniting with Kevin O’Connell as Jones and Chandler cope with injuries. Ridder’s journeyman path—Falcons, Raiders—colors his fantasy upside, while Max Brosmer remains on the practice squad. Short-term depth, split workloads, and potential late-season upside shape Week 3 fantasy expectations.