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Rookie cornerback Mike Hughes was injured during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game between the Vikings and Cardinals. While covering Arizona wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald, both players got their legs tangled and Hughes went down awkwardly.
As the Vikings prepare to face the San Francisco 49ers in the regular season opener Sunday, the team’s roster is all but set. So here we are, getting you caught up after a busy Labor Day weekend that included a whole bunch of roster transactions.
After a busy offseason for the Minnesota Vikings that included moving into a new headquarters, landing two prolific free agents, losing an offensive lineman to a season-ending injury, trading for a center, dishing out extensions and going 3-1 in the preseason, it’s finally time to set the regular season roster.
The Vikings may pull the trigger on another trade before the regular season. Paul Allen, radio host of the “Nine to Noon” program on KFAN and voice of the Vikings, said on the air today that the Vikings may not be done making moves.
On Tuesday, in advance of the Saturday showdown against the Denver Broncos, the Minnesota Vikings released the first preseason depth chart of 2018. Although roles may change leading up to the regular season, here’s a look at how the 90-man roster is currently comprised in eyes of the coaching staff.
Between hiring a new offensive coordinator, combining nearly all of the organization’s staff under one roof, saying goodbye to some familiar faces and announcing two of the most exciting free agent deals in team history, the Minnesota Vikings had a very busy offseason.
The cornerback would be under contract through the 2019 season. According to Chris Tomasson of the Pioneer Press, the Minnesota Vikings plan to pick up the 5th-year option of CB Trae Waynes before the May 2nd deadline. Picking up the option will cost Minnesota a little over $9 million next season.
An updated look at the roster after an impactful free agency period. The Vikings made some noteworthy roster transactions during last month’s free agency period. After the addition (and subtraction) of many prominent players this offseason, let’s take a look at how the roster is shaping up.
The former Gopher is a fan favorite. According to multiple sources and first reported by Chris Tomasson of the Pioneer Press, CB/KR Marcus Sherels plans to re-sign with the Minnesota Vikings on a one-year deal.