How the Vikings Solved Their Biggest Offseason Problems

Brad Rempel When the Minnesota Vikings signed wide receiver Jauan Jennings a week ago, they basically put a quiet bow on the offseason — there’s not much more money to spend, nor does the team have ginormous needs for trades. So, let’s take a look at who filled what per roster need. Minnesota’s roster looks far more settled after a moderately busy stretch of free agency and draft movement.

The Vikings entered the offseason with a large list of roster holes ; most are accounted for as of mid-May. Several Newcomers Helped Clean Up the Depth Chart Listed in order of importance, here’s how the Vikings filled holes. Wake Forest Demon Deacons running back Demond Claiborne (1) attempts to break away from Clemson defenders Sammy Brown (47) and Tre Williams (8) during second-half action at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, on Oct.

12, 2024. Claiborne battled for extra yardage throughout the ACC matchup against Clemson’s aggressive defensive front. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images.

Running Back The Fix: Demond Claiborne This may or may not be a homerun solution. Stylistically and per his physical build, Claiborne could be anything from Nyheim Hines, Jerick McKinnon, or De’Von Achane in the NFL. He has the speed, but he’s not the largest tailback ever.