Overview
- ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler first reported Minnesota’s move to retain Redmond through an exclusive‑rights tender.
- Redmond, 26, started 15 of 17 games last season and posted 62 tackles, six sacks, one forced fumble, two recoveries and five pass breakups.
- The designation keeps Redmond from negotiating with other teams while allowing the sides to discuss a longer contract.
- The former Oklahoma standout went undrafted in 2023, landed on the Panthers’ PUP list, revived his career with the XFL’s Arlington Renegades in 2024 and joined the Vikings that summer.
- Yahoo Sports noted the team has moved to shed veteran tackles Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave as reported cap casualties, elevating Redmond’s importance on the interior.