5 Things to Know About New Vikings LB Travis Lewis

Travis Lewis became the third free agent signing announced by the Vikings on Thursday and second linebacker that has been brought in this offseason, joining former Bengals LB Emmanuel Lamur.

Lewis joined Detroit as a seventh-round selection (223rd overall) in the 2012 NFL Draft.

Here are five things to know about the native of San Antonio, Texas:

1. Spot starter

Lewis made four starts (including Week 2 against the Vikings) in the 15 games he played for the Lions in 2015. He totaled 21 tackles (18 solo) and one sack, including a career-high five stops against the Seahawks in Week 4.

2. Special at his coreSpecial teams is an area where Lewis has contributed throughout his career, and he was picked…