The Minnesota Vikings did what they had to and tendered edge rusher Danielle Hunter a new contract on Sunday. While it’s good news that he’s back for 2023, it’s been an offseason of pressure from Minnesota edge rushers.
Vikings Walked the Line with EDGE Rushers This Offseason
Last season the Minnesota Vikings switched up their defensive alignment under new defensive coordinator Ed Donatell. In doing so, they brought in Za’Darius Smith to rush the passer opposite Danielle Hunter. He was coming off an injury-riddled 2021 for Green Bay, but the Vikings hoped his skillset would pair with their already talented sack master.