Finally, the Vikings unveil their newly-signed offensive lineman, the one who fans were clamoring for for a long time. The circumstances were far from ideal. Of that there can be little doubt.
Starting left guard Ezra Cleveland — who is an ironman — had to step out of the game due to an injury (the 25-year-old is in the trade rumors given that he’s playing on an expiring deal). His injury opened the chance for Dalton Risner to step into the game, finishing off the showdown between Christian Darrisaw and Garrett Bradbury.
