The Vikings began releasing players Tuesday morning ahead of the 3 p.m. deadline to set an initial 53-man roster. Here's a running list of players who have been informed they'll be let go, according to league sources. Some may return Wednesday when the Vikings can form a 16-man practice squad; up to six players can have over two years experience.
DT Esezi Otomewo
DT Sheldon Day
OLB Luiji Vilain
CB Joejuan Williams
WR Thayer Thomas
RB Aaron Dykes
Guard Chris Reed is expected to remain on the reserve/non-football injury list after suffering a leg injury away from the facility this summer, a source said.