The Minnesota Vikings added eight new veterans during the 2023 offseason, a batch headlined by EDGE rusher Marcus Davenport from the New Orleans Saints and cornerback Byron Murphy of the Arizona Cardinals.
Meanwhile, 10 players exited the backdoor via release, waiver, or trade, including big names like Adam Thielen (Panthers), Eric Kendricks (Chargers), Dalvin Tomlinson (Browns), Patrick Peterson (Steelers), and Za’Darius Smith (trade — Browns), among others.
Where the Vikings Must Improve in 2023
General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah is effectuating his competitive philosophy in the flesh, shedding bloated contracts belonging to aging veterans, welcoming affordable and youthful defensive contributors, and refusing to extend Kirk Cousins’ contract, at least for now, beyond 2023.