Janik Eckardt

In the final game of the 2025 season, the Minnesota Vikings had nothing left to play for, besides getting star wideout Justin Jefferson to 1,000 receiving yards, a feat that should be a given for a player of his prominence. It should be noted that he reached that benchmark in 2023 despite playing in only ten games. That ridiculous fact alone was reason enough for the Vikings to evaluate the market and look for a passer who can feed the club’s best player.

Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images Throughout the summer in OTAs and training camp, the 90 Vikings compete for 53 coveted roster spots and another 16 on the practice squad. Last week, the franchise ended the roster spot chase of a sophomore receiver, who, on paper, looks like an absolute stud. In his first move with the team, new GM Nolan Teasley adjusted the depth of the receiver position. He signed Michael Briscoe and Trayvon Rudolph.

The Vikings parted ways with 2024 Pro Bowler Jonathan Greenard after finalizing a deal during the draft that sent the pass-rusher to the Philadelphia Eagles. That decision freed some cap space, but certainly opened a hole at outside linebacker. With only two established rushers on board, a clear opportunity for other players presents itself. One of those could be interior defender Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins, who appears to play a versatile role in the upcoming season.