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Minnesota Vikings roster additions and player scrutiny

Overview

The Minnesota Vikings have continued roster adjustments to bolster depth. Following the initial signing of linebacker Kyle Van Noy to the practice squad to address pass-rushing needs, the team has now signed outside linebacker Jihad Ward to the practice squad. Ward, a former member of the team, returns to support the edge-rushing unit.

This move follows a failed attempt to re-sign edge rusher Kenny Dyson Jr. The NFL prevented the Vikings from immediately re-signing Dyson due to league rules regarding injury settlements, which mandate a waiting period after a player is released with that designation.

As the team prepares for Van Noy’s debut, defensive coordinator Brian Flores is expected to utilize the veteran in a rotational role to support starters Dallas Turner and Andrew Van Ginkel. This follows earlier practice squad additions including running back DeeJay Dallas, quarterback Max Brosmer, and wide receiver Dillon Bell, which necessitated the release of offensive linemen Tristan Leigh and Gavin Gerhardt, and linebacker Cam’Ron Stewart. Van Noy’s arrival remains under scrutiny following public criticism from former teammate Breiden Fehoko, who alleged on a podcast that Van Noy was a ‘horrible teammate’ during their time together in 2022.

Entities

Minnesota Vikings · Kyle Van Noy · Brian Flores · New England Patriots · Baltimore Ravens

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Minnesota Vikings sign Jihad Ward to practice squad

    The Minnesota Vikings have signed linebacker Jihad Ward to their practice squad and are preparing for veteran Kyle Van Noy's debut to bolster their edge-rushing depth.

  2. 8 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Minnesota Vikings sign DeeJay Dallas to practice squad

    The Minnesota Vikings signed RB DeeJay Dallas and others to their practice squad, while new linebacker Kyle Van Noy faces public criticism from former teammate Breiden Fehoko.

  3. 10 days ago

    [SPORTS] 9 sources
    Minnesota Vikings sign veteran linebacker Kyle Van Noy

    The Minnesota Vikings have signed veteran linebacker Kyle Van Noy, who will begin on the practice squad to prepare for the season and reunite with defensive coordinator Brian Flores.

Sources

bleacherreport.com · heavy.com · mininggazette.com · minnesotasportsfan.com · musicals.nl · nfltraderumors.co · purpleptsd.com · si.com · skornorth.com · sportsnaut.com

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