5 Predictions for the Vikings’ Sexy Free Agent Splash

Dustin Baker |

Feb 2, 2025

Nov 10, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) celebrates recovering a fumble against the Dallas Cowboys in the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images.

The Minnesota Vikings have around $60 million in cap space to spend on free agents in 2025 as of early February.

5 Predictions for the Vikings’ Sexy Free Agent Splash

Free agency is about five weeks away, and the NFL Draft will occur in late April.

So, we asked Vikings fans about predictions for the Vikings’ sexy free-agent splash, and these were their responses.

Question to all: Predict the Vikings’ biggest free-agent signing. Which player will it be? This would be a newcomer from free agency.

Here’s that list.

1. Milton Williams (DT)

Dec 1, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) celebrates as Baltimore Ravens place kicker Justin Tucker (9) reacts to missing a second half field goal at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Who Said It?
Tadd
@ST7cubs

The Vikings need help getting pass pressure up the middle, and I predict the signing of Milton Williams will do just that.

2. Drew Dalman (CB)

Dec 24, 2022; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Atlanta Falcons center D. Dalman (67) stands on the field before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images.

Who Said It?
Bruce Johnson
@sachikojohnson

Drew Dalman with a bullet. There are few options for centers in free agency.

3. Trey Smith (OG)

October 23, 2022; Santa Clara, California, USA; Kansas City Chiefs guard T. Smith (65) during the third quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports.

Who Said It?
Skol Tom
@SKOLfromWI

Smith is the best free-agent guard on the market this of-season. It’ll take a good chunk of cap to get him, but he could help cement one of the top offensive lines in the league to protect J.J. McCarthy.

Smith is a must-sign.

4. Teven Jenkins (OG)

Oct 13, 2024; London, United Kingdom; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) prepares to take the snap from center Coleman Shelton (65) as guard T. Jenkins (76) watches against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the second half during an NFL International Series game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images.

Who Said It?
RedNPurple (from Norway)
@rednpurple77

I think the Vikings will sign Teven Jenkins. He fits the profile — not the highest-rated, but with high upside. With the Bears organization being a mess, there could be untapped potential if he signed with a real team.

t5. D.J. Reed (CB)

Nov 10, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; New York Jets cornerback D.J. Reed (4) raises his fist during the national anthem before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images.

Who Said It?
Eric Horstman
@EHorstman23

I want to go with Trey Smith, the popular pick, but I’m going to say D.J. Reed will be the biggest free-agent signing.

t5. D.J. Reed (CB)

Oct 31, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets cornerback D.J. Reed (4) reacts after sacking Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) during the first quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images.

Who Said It?
Ivan, Czar of Bohunks
@Up4Discussion_7

I think the Vikings will sign D.J. Reed, a CB formerly of the Jets. Working with Flores, I believe he can continue his hot streak and possibly have a career year. Skol!

t5. D.J. Reed (CB)

Oct 6, 2024; London, United Kingdom; New York Jets cornerback D.J. Reed (4) defends against Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) in the first half at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Who Said It?
Chris
@Skol227

If the Jets don’t lock him up, we must go after D.j. Reed at corner. We need to upgrade that room!

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Dustin Baker is a political scientist who graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2007. Subscribe to his daily YouTube Channel, VikesNow. The show features guests, analysis, and opinion on all things related to the purple team, with 4-7 episodes per week. His Vikings obsession dates back to 1996. Listed guilty pleasures: Peanut Butter Ice Cream, ‘The Sopranos,’ Basset Hounds, and The Doors (the band). He follows the NBA as closely as the NFL.

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