Nick Olson

Wild. Island of misfit toys defense

Sean Borman @SeanBormanNFL

Harrison Smith's contract details still pending, but it's looking like the #Vikings defense won't have a single player in the top-10 highest paid at their position. This despite a significant increase in defensive spending

Injuries and coverage inconsistencies have really held Okudah back, but there could still be a solid man cover CB who lays the wood in the run game somewhere in there. Like the signing as low-cost, potentially high reward if Flores/Daronte Jones can unlock something here.

Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter

Vikings and CB Jeff Okudah reached agreement today on a one-year contract, per @UniSportsMgmt CEO Kevin Conner. The 26-year-old Okudah had multiple options, but chose to return to the NFC North, this time with the Vikings to play for DC Brian Flores. https://t.co/Kpio0LeWa7

RT @FriesFootball: Jam packed episode! Tune in for my takes on the Vikings' free agency moves, and an explanation of what they're going to…

RT @NextGenStats: Jordan Mason forced a missed tackle on a league-high 37.3% of his carries last season (min. 150 carries). In Weeks 1-8 p…

Big, tough, physical, good vision & balance. Was 6th in YPC despite facing the 2nd-highest rate of 8+ defenders in the box. 3rd-best rush yards over expectation per attempt, behind just Derrick Henry and Saquon. Nice complement for Aaron Jones, especially in short yardage.

Matt Fries @FriesFootball

Was really impressed with Jordan Mason in the Vikings' game against the 49ers. He runs so hard. Here are a number of plays where he did a great job after contact. https://t.co/ZlK6NnYmgn

RT @WillRagatz: Vikings basically dealt Ed Ingram and moved down 27 spots in this year’s draft for Jordan Mason

Rodgers is already a big media circus distraction and he's not even a Viking 😭

RT @Krauserrific: Skule will be the new swing tackle (replacing Quessenberry) and a stopgap for Darrisaw Played 833 career snaps at LT, 23…

Smh what world are we living in where Ed Ingram can fetch a draft pick but Garrett Bradbury cannot

Dianna Russini @DMRussini

The Vikings plan to release OL Garrett Bradbury, their 2019 first-round pick.

One last rodeo with the Hitman, let's get him a ring https://t.co/2X97qkoamQ

Tom Pelissero @TomPelissero

Six-time Pro Bowl safety Harrison Smith will return for a 14th NFL season, agreeing to terms today on a new contract with the #Vikings, per sources. At age 36, Smith is still playing at a high level and can now add to his hall of fame resume. https://t.co/r1aOQFOn6z

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Dianna Russini @DMRussini

Vikings decision-makers are still evaluating their options at quarterback, including the possibility of signing Aaron Rodgers. The four-time MVP is intrigued by the idea of playing in Minnesota. For now, it’s a waiting game, sources tell @mikesilver and me. https://t.co/CK2UqzL596

RT @TomPelissero: Done deal: Two-time Pro Bowl DT Javon Hargrave and the #Vikings agreed to terms on a two-year, $30 million contract after…

One thing I think the Vikings' signings of Ryan Kelly and Will Fries signals is an increasing shift away from outside zone towards duo. We've already seen this with the Rams so probably not surprising KOC is continuing that trend as well

RT @BenGoessling: The #Vikings, as expected, get the first compensatory pick (No. 97 overall) for Kirk Cousins signing with the Falcons las…

These weapons, with this offensive line, and Kevin O'Connell coaching That's about as good of an offensive architecture that a young QB could ask for https://t.co/jYp6Zt2vi7