Vikings Release Hargrave, Shake Up Roster

0:00It's March 5th. I hear your NFL news in two minutes. Subscribe to stay locked in all season. The Minnesota Vikings are releasing nose tackle Javon Hargrave after his first season with the team produced just 3.5 sacks. Known as Gravedigger, the veteran shared a social media post that seemed to point fingers at defensive coordinator Brian Flores for holding back his production. This comes as the team shakes up its roster ahead of the new year. Here this week, reports surfaced about other veteran departures, including running back Aaron Jones and defensive lineman Jonathan Allen, saving. The Viking's $6.5 million in cap space. They are also considering trades for players like Jonathan Greenard and watching center Ryan Kelly status closely. All my reactions have lit up, with fans and insiders debating Flores' defensive scheme. Some say it asks interior linemen to move blockers or jump gaps to create lanes for linebackers and ed rushers, which does not always show up in.

1:00Individual stats like sacks. Insiders note that players like Harrison Phillips thrived in the system last year with 92 tackles and 3 sacks, proving it can work for the right fit. Critics from Flores' pastops have voiced similar complaints before. Looking ahead, the Vikings plan to build a round young talent like Jalen Redmond, who has shown real promise at a low cost. Super grave, still a solid player, should land on his feet with another team soon. Support for this episode comes from our sponsor. See the description. Podcast hit different when the sound comes from your pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense. S-O-L-L-I, solelypillow.com.