Summary
The Minnesota Vikings signed linebacker Eric Wilson to a three-year contract worth $22.5 million just before the NFL free agency negotiation period began. Wilson played in all 17 games for the Vikings last season, starting 16 and achieving significant defensive statistics.
Key Facts
- The Minnesota Vikings and linebacker Eric Wilson agreed to a three-year, $22.5 million contract.
- Out of the total contract, $12.5 million is guaranteed money.
- Wilson played 17 games last season for the Vikings, starting in 16 of them.
- He ended the season with 115 tackles, 17 tackles for loss, 10 quarterback hits, and 6.5 sacks.
- Wilson's recent performance ranked him the 41st-best linebacker by Pro Football Focus.
- Wilson is in his second term with the Vikings, having returned to the team after playing for the Eagles and Texans in 2021, and the Packers from 2022 to 2024.
- Wilson's previous NFL career earnings are approximately $14.1 million before this new contract.
