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Packers re-sign LB Eric Wilson in boost to their special-teams units

Mar. 23, 2024 14:52 PM EDT

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers have boosted their special teams by re-signing linebacker Eric Wilson. Wilson, 29, had 13 special-teams tackles in 2022 and 11 more last year to lead the Packers in each of those seasons. He also had 24 tackles on defense last season. ...

Vikings agree to terms with 8th-year veteran CB Shaquill Griffin, who joins his 5th team

Mar. 19, 2024 21:06 PM EDT

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms on a contract Tuesday with free agent cornerback Shaquill Griffin, adding some needed experience to an unproven position group. The eighth-year veteran joins his fifth NFL team, after starting last season with Houston and...

The 49ers agree to deal with backup quarterback Joshua Dobbs, agent says

Mar. 18, 2024 19:54 PM EDT

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to a deal with quarterback Joshua Dobbs to give the team another option at backup behind Brock Purdy. Dobbs' agent Mike McCartney confirmed that Dobbs will join the 49ers, filling the spot vacated when Sam Darnold...

Vikings acquire extra 1st-round pick at No. 23 from Texans in trade for pair of 2nd-rounders

Mar. 15, 2024 11:35 AM EDT

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings acquired Houston's first-round pick in a pre- draft trade Friday, giving them the 11th and 23rd overall selections as potential capital toward their next franchise quarterback. The Vikings sent their second-round pick and one of their...

Ex-Packer Aaron Jones gets a fresh start as the Vikings enter their post-Kirk Cousins era

Mar. 14, 2024 21:17 PM EDT

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Aaron Jones sauntered into the room, wearing a wide smile, designer sunglasses and a purple hat. In case this fresh look for his introductory news conference at the Minnesota Vikings' headquarters wasn't unfamiliar enough, the former Green Bay running back —...

Panthers agree on 2-year deal with linebacker D.J. Wonnum

Mar. 14, 2024 18:33 PM EDT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have filled a major void, agreeing to a two-year contract with outside linebacker D.J. Wonnum, according to the player’s agent Deiric Johnson. Terms of the deal were not immediately available. The Panthers were in need...

Vikings agree to terms with DL Jonathan Bullard, bringing back veteran starter

Mar. 13, 2024 18:30 PM EDT

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms on a new contract with defensive lineman Jonathan Bullard on Wednesday as the NFL signing period opened at the start of the new league year. Bullard was set to become an unrestricted free agent entering his ninth NFL season....

Vikings agree to deals with ex-rival RB Aaron Jones and QB Sam Darnold as initial sub for Cousins

Mar. 12, 2024 18:33 PM EDT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have their bridge quarterback for the post-Kirk Cousins era and a new ball-carrier who ought to add yet more fuel to their fiercest rivalry. The Vikings stayed aggressive in free agency Tuesday by adding former Green Bay running back Aaron...

Vikings shore up post-Cousins defense by striking deals with Greenard, Van Ginkel, Cashman

Mar. 11, 2024 20:14 PM EDT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings said goodbye to quarterback Kirk Cousins and quickly began building up their depleted defense as the free agent negotiation window opened Monday in the NFL, agreeing to contracts with edge rushers Jonathan Greenard and Andrew Van Ginkel and inside...

Cousins leaves Vikings for big new contract with Falcons in QB's latest well-timed trip to market

Mar. 11, 2024 17:49 PM EDT

Kirk Cousins is leaving Minnesota for Atlanta, landing another big contract with a well-timed foray into free agency. Cousins agreed Monday to a four-year, $180 million deal with $100 million guaranteed with the Falcons, according to a person with knowledge of the terms, speaking on...