After making a few savvy moves on Monday, the Vikings wasted very little time making a splash on Tuesday.
As most Minnesota were still driving to work, Vikings announced that they have agreed to terms with Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jonathan Allen. It’s a 3-year, $60 million for Allen, who was recently released by the Washington Commanders.
It’s a worthwhile risk for the Vikings considering how much they have struggled to generate pressure in the trenches.
Since being selected in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft, Allen has recorded 42 sacks, 60 tackles for a loss, and 118 quarterback hits across 108 starts. Though some might think he’s prime at 30 years old, there’s reason to believe Allen could be revitalized playing for coordinator Brian Flores.
There’s also some intangible qualities that Allen brings to the table, including his leadership and his toughness. After suffering a torn pectoral muscle last season, for example, Allen worked his way back from the injury much faster than expected, playing a key role for the Commanders in the playoffs.
It’s worth noting that because Allen was released by the Commanders earlier this offseason, he does not count against the Vikings in the formula used for determining compensatory picks next offseason.
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