Minnesota Vikings

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson is not present for the start of OTAs. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Jefferson will likely not show up for voluntary workouts as he continues to negotiate a new contract with the Vikings. Mandatory minicamp begins in early-June, so he could choose to appear then to avoid any fines for an absence.

T.J. Hockenson is without a clear timetable to return this season. (Source: NFL.com)

Fantasy Impact: Hockenson is still recovering from the knee injury that ended his season early last year. He mentioned he is taking things "day by day, week by week." This will remain a situation to monitor throughout the rest of the offseason into training camp.

The Minnesota Vikings signed DL James Lynch. (Source: Around the NFL on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Lynch did not appear in a game last season, but played the previous three years with Minnesota. He figures to compete for a rotational spot on the defensive line for the Vikings throughout training camp.

With the drafting of JJ McCarthy to the Vikings, Sam Darnold is not guaranteed a starting role, despite signing a $10m deal to be the bridge QB. (Source: Kevin Seifert)

Fantasy Impact: GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said that the team does not want to rush McCarthy's development and wants him to be as good as he can be. However, the team has seen plenty of evidence that he can make all the throws needed and he could force their hand, shifting Darnold to the backup role.

Following the NFL Draft, Brandon Powell is the current leader for the Vikings' WR3 spot. (Source: The Athletic)

Fantasy Impact: Powell had his best season yet in 2023, but he still only totaled 325 receiving yards. The Vikings' room also has Trent Sherfield, Jalen Nailor, and N'Keal Harry

The Minnesota Vikings have selected K Will Reichard with the No. 203 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact: Reichard was a first-team All-SEC kicker in 2023. He will compete with John Parker Romo for the kicking job in Minnesota, unless the team brings in more completion during training camp.

The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms with Shaquill Griffin. (Source: Minnesota Vikings on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Griffin closed out last season with the Panthers after he was waived by the Texans. He'll now add depth to the Vikings secondary.

The 49ers have signed free agent QB Joshua Dobbs. (Source: Mike Garafolo on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Dobbs turned in a solid season as a starter across 13 games with the Cardinals and Vikings in 2023, tallying 2,464 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. The veteran will provide the 49ers with a solid backup quarterback option behind Brock Purdy.

The Vikings have agreed to a one-year deal WR Trent Sherfield. (Source: Kevin Seifert on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Sherfield saw limited action with the Bills in 2023, tallying just 11 receptions in 17 games. The veteran will have an uphill battle competing for targets in a deep wide receiver group.

The Minnesota Vikings are signing DL Jerry Tillery to a one-year deal. (Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Tillery, a first-round pick by the Los Angeles Chargers in 2019, has spent his last season and a half with the Las Vegas Raiders. Tillery has not lived up to expectations and disappointed early in his career, but 2023 saw personal-best marks in pass-rush grade (67.5) and in run defense (63.1, next best was 46.2). He'll help man the middle of the line in Brian Flores' defense.

The Cleveland Browns signed Hakeem Adeniji. (Source: Cleveland Browns on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Adeniji was elevated to the active roster late last season with the Vikings. He'll add depth to the offensive line for the Browns.

Harrison Smith has agreed to a restructured contract and will play a 13th season with the Vikings. (Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Smith has 34 career interceptions. He isn't the player he once was, but remains a veteran presence in the secondary with Minnesota.

The Minnesota Vikings re-signed Jonathan Bullard to a one-year deal. (Source: Alec Lewis on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Bullard was strongest against the run last season. He should remain in a similar role on the defensive line with the Vikings.

The Texans are expected to sign DE Danielle Hunter. (Source: Jordan Schultz on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Hunter will join Will Anderson Jr. on the Texans’ defensive line. The reported deal is for two-years, $49M. This addition will solidify the Texans’ defense front heading into the 2024 season.

The Minnesota Vikings released Dean Lowry. (Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Lowry spent one season with Minnesota before suffering a torn pec. He'll look to land with a new team as a depth piece in free agency.

The Cleveland Browns have signed Jordan Hicks to a two-year deal worth $8 million. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Hicks will join Cleveland after spending the past two seasons with the Vikings. He figures to help upgrade the linebacker room for the Browns.

The Lions have agreed to terms with DE Marcus Davenport on a one-year deal. (Source: Mike Garafolo on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Davenport will remain in the NFC North after spending last season with the Vikings. He was only on the field for four games last season, and lands in Detroit on a prove-it type of deal.

Veteran QB Kirk Cousins is signing a four-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons, per his agent. (Source: Mike McCartney on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Cousins was arguably the biggest domino that needed to fall in this free agency period, and with the Falcons getting a deal done, they are secure at the position for now. The Vikings will suddenly become players in the QB market with plenty of options to chase after in free agency or the draft. Cousins has averaged 4,602 yards and 33 touchdowns to 11 interceptions per 17 games over his last three seasons, pairing him with WR Drake London, TE Kyle Pitts and RB Bijan Robinson.

The Vikings have agreed to a one-year, $2M deal with TE Johnny Mundt. (Source: Aaron Wilson on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: The Vikings will retain their depth at tight end with the re-signing of Mundt. The 29-year-old tallied 172 yards and one touchdown on 17 receptions last season.

The Vikings informed Alexander Mattison that they are releasing him. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Mattison took over last season for Dalvin Cook and ran for 700 yards with 30 receptions. After opening the season as the workhorse, Ty Chandler eventually cut into his role. Chandler currently figures to lead the Vikings backfield, but they'll likely bring in another running back this offseason through free agency or the NFL Draft.