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Jake Long Fired Up to Join Vikings

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — Jake Long

And when the league’s only unbeaten team called to evaluate him in a workout, the veteran offensive tackle jumped at the chance.

Long, whom the Vikings added to their roster Tuesday morning, spoke to the media after his first practice in Minnesota.

“I’ve been watching them the last few weeks, and they have a great team,” Long said. “I’m really excited to be a part of it.

“They’re doing something special, and I’m just going to do whatever I can to keep it going,” he added.