Vikings, Packers Vying for Top CB After Trade Deadline
Summary
The Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers are interested in signing free-agent cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. following the NFL trade deadline. Samuel Jr. is visiting the Carolina Panthers first, as he recovers from spinal surgery that ended his 2024 season.Key Facts
- The Vikings and Packers are looking for a new cornerback after the NFL trade deadline.
- Asante Samuel Jr. is a top free agent and former Los Angeles Chargers player.
- Samuel Jr. was selected in the second round of the 2021 NFL draft.
- He started 47 games over four seasons with the Chargers.
- Samuel Jr. recently had spinal fusion surgery and is now cleared to play again.
- The Carolina Panthers will meet with Samuel Jr. before the Packers and Vikings.
- Green Bay needs a cornerback after trading Jaire Alexander.
- The Vikings' investment in Jeff Okudah has not worked out as planned.
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