Vikings Re-sign Linebacker Wilson to Three-Year Deal

0:00With the NFL today, March 9th, the Minnesota Vikings re-sign linebacker, Eric Wilson, to a three-year deal worth up to $22,500,000 including $12,500,000 fully guaranteed. The 31-year-old standout returns after ranking as the 73rd best free agent available. Last season, Wilson anchored one of the NFL's top defenses, becoming the only linebacker since 2020 to notch over 40 pressures and 20. Run stops in a single year. With their salary cap now balanced, the Vikings made him a top priority heading into free agency. Fans and analysts see this as a smart move for stability, especially with turnover coming on the defensive line and in the secondary. Wilson pairs well with Blake Cashman and brings veteran leadership to a young locker room lacking depth at linebacker. He thrives in defensive coordinator Brian Flores' aggressive scheme, excelling as a blitzer, coverage guy, and special team's ace.

1:01This signing lets Flores get creative with his front seven while addressing a clear need for proven talent. Meanwhile, the Vikings created space by restructuring contracts for stars like Justin Jefferson and planning releases of veterans. They still have over $20 million left, positioning them for targeted ads at cornerback and running back as tampering opens at Newneastern. Today, this DNN story is thanks to our sponsor details in the description. Your favorite podcasts, music, or sleep sounds coming from your pillow, no earbuds, no distractions, just listen and relax. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.