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Is Exploring a Reunion with Everson Griffen the Right Move?

Since Griffen opted out of his contract in 2020, we’ve seen him saying that he wants to be back. Last week it happened again, according to Paul Allen. Although Griffen is arguably one of the best DE to wear purple and gold, he would probably bring more cons than pros. Let’s start with the pros.

Dec 8, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen (97) reacts before the game against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Harrison Barden-USA TODAY Sports

Pros:

First of all, we’re talking about someone who knows the system inside out.