The Minnesota Vikings have traded guard Ed Ingram, a 2022 second-round pick from LSU who started all 17 games as a rookie, to the Houston Texans in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick.

The Minnesota Vikings have finalized a trade sending guard Ed Ingram to the Houston Texans in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick.

Ingram, a second-round selection from LSU in the 2022 NFL Draft, started all 17 games during his rookie season.  However, he faced challenges in his second year, leading to his benching after nine games.

This move allows the Vikings to manage their salary cap more effectively by moving Ingram’s contract, while providing the Texans an opportunity to bolster their offensive line with young talent. Ingram’s experience, including 42 game starts for Minnesota, adds depth to Houston’s roster despite his recent setbacks.