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Matt Harmon of NFL.com released a series called ‘Fatal Flaws’ which examined the holes that remain on each team’s roster leading up to the 2018 NFL Draft. When it came to the Vikings, Harmon brought up a good question; “Can Minnesota Vikings protect Kirk Cousins?”
There’s plenty of positions that could be addressed in the draft. The Vikings have made headlines this offseason. By signing free agents Kirk Cousins and Sheldon Richardson and trading for Trevor Siemian, the team has shored up its quarterback position and strengthened an already-stout defensive line.
2 4 minutes read Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from www.purplePTSD and editor of purplePTSD and VikingsTerritory, Joe Oberle. […]
That’s two thus far Shooter. The Minnesota Vikings lost another candidate capable of bolstering their offensive line Friday. In the morning hours it was reported that the team’s starting right guard Joe Berger announced his retirement. Later in the day it was reported another lineman would not return.
The 13-year veteran has decided to call it quits. According to multiple sources, offensive lineman Joe Berger is hanging up the cleats. Chris Tomasson of the Pioneer Press was first to report the news. Berger, 35, initially showed interest in returning after the season.
The team will keep its starting left guard of 2017. According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, the Minnesota Vikings plan to place a second-round tender on offensive lineman Nick Easton. The restricted free agent was the team’s starting left guard last season.
Quarterback is important, but so are the trench-men. Lost in all the swirling speculation and rumors surrounding the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback situation are the other positions on the roster that need to be filled. Offensive guard is one of them.
Vikings Territory contributor Drew Mahowald introduces his “State of the Vikings” positional series with the Minnesota Vikings offensive line.
The Minnesota Vikings have money at their disposal this offseason. If the team does not pursue quarterback Kirk Cousins, what will the front office do with the extra dough?
Mike McGlinchey could come in and be an immediate contributor for the Minnesota Vikings at right tackle, much like Pat Elflein at center last year.