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Vikings Sign DT Eric Johnson II

The veteran tackle adds depth during Minnesota’s interior line rebuild.

Overview

  • The Vikings, which announced the move Wednesday, signed defensive tackle Eric Johnson II to compete for a roster spot.
  • Multiple outlets report the contract is a one-year deal.
  • A 2022 fifth-round pick by the Colts, Johnson has appeared in 51 NFL games with 41 tackles, one sack, two tackles for loss, and a fumble recovery.
  • Listed at 6-foot-4 and 320 pounds, he projects as a rotational interior lineman in Brian Flores’ defense, which asks tackles to tie up blockers for blitzers.
  • He joins a reworked interior group featuring rookies Caleb Banks and Domonique Orange after veteran departures, giving Minnesota an experienced option for summer competition.