Derron Smith

It’s easy to forget how busy the 2018 offseason was for the Minnesota Vikings. In a span of just a few months the team hired a new offensive coordinator, signed a franchise quarterback in free agency, moved into a new headquarters, tragically lost a beloved position coach and also handed out some hefty contract extensions to deserving veterans. Maybe that’s why this offseason seemed a little “quiet” to the average fan.

We take a look at the chances that Safety Marcus Epps makes the Vikings roster out of training camp.

This draft recap is written through the eyes of two veteran Viking minds. We felt it was important to use a well-rounded look at how the team’s 12 selections will affect the rest of the roster. One viewpoint is a little more optimistic and the other a little more… let’s say realistic. Here are our thoughts:

The Third Day of the NFL Draft is here and thanks to some (really late) night trades by slippery Rick, the Vikings have a ton of day three picks (especially in the later rounds). So this article will be updated as the Vikings make their picks today! Make sure to keep the article open and to refresh/F5 it every now and again to see what players the Vikings pick up next!

Beginning Monday, April 15th the Minnesota Vikings commence phase one of their offseason workout program. The team will host spring […]

The Minnesota Vikings on Wednesday signed two more former players from the AAF. For those of you keeping track, that’s five members of the former Alliance of American Football league have now joined the Vikings. All five play defense.

The Minnesota Vikings on Friday announced the signing of two former Alliance of American Football players. Defensive backs Derron Smith (pictured above) and Duke Thomas were added to the roster. Both players were with the San Antonio Commanders of the AAF.

The Minnesota Vikings continue to stay active during the latter portion of free agency this offseason. Recently the team signed offensive linemen Josh Kline and Dakota Dozier and also picked up former AAF defensive backs Derron Smith and Duke Thomas. Today, news broke that they will be signing quarterback Sean Mannion. Even so, it appears they’re still not done adding.