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Pass-rusher Everson Griffen expected to sign with Minnesota Vikings, source says

EAGAN, Minn. -- Veteran free-agent pass rusher Everson Griffen is expected to sign with the Minnesota Vikings, a source told ESPN.

Griffen, 33, was selected by Minnesota in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL draft and spent a decade with the Vikings. From 2010-19, Griffen totaled 74.5 sacks, which ranks seventh in franchise history. He was named a Pro Bowler four times in Minnesota, including three straight seasons from 2015-17.

In Feb. 2020, Griffen opted out of his contract and became a free agent. He signed a one-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys last August and was traded to the Detroit Lions two months later.