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Vikings' Javon Hargrave Joining NFC North Rival: Report

Vikings' Javon Hargrave Joining NFC North Rival: Report

Summary

Javon Hargrave, a defensive tackle, is moving from the Minnesota Vikings to the Green Bay Packers. He has signed a two-year deal worth $23 million with the Packers, making them his fifth NFL team. The Vikings decided not to keep him when the new league year started.

Key Facts

  • Javon Hargrave played for the Minnesota Vikings before joining the Green Bay Packers.
  • The Packers signed Hargrave to a two-year contract for $23 million.
  • The NFL new league year began at 4 p.m. EST on a Wednesday.
  • Hargrave's son was excited about his dad joining the Packers.
  • Before the Vikings, Hargrave played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Philadelphia Eagles, and San Francisco 49ers.
  • Hargrave has 49 career sacks and has been selected for the Pro Bowl twice.
  • Last season, Hargrave recorded 3.5 sacks and 52 tackles in 16 games for the Vikings.

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