johnny hekker

Vikings Shuffle Roster and Hire a Running Back

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The Vikings made a series of roster moves Tuesday, adding linebacker Kyle Van Noy and quarterback Max Brosmer to the active roster, placing tight end Josh Oliver on injured reserve and reshaping the practice squad.One reported addition was absent from the team’s announcement: running back Devin Neal.Minnesota’s official transaction release did not mention Neal, but … Read more

Why the Vikings Chose Brett Thorson Over Johnny Hekker

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The Vikings are reportedly moving on from Johnny Hekker and handing their punting job to undrafted rookie Brett Thorson.It is a decision that sounds bold on the surface. Hekker is a four-time Pro Bowler and four-time first-team All-Pro with 15 NFL seasons behind him. Thorson is a 26-year-old rookie who had never held for field … Read more