The Minnesota Vikings are trading veteran pass rusher Jonathan Greenard, according to a report from @AdamSchefter. The move marks a significant shift for the Minnesota defense as they transition their primary pass-rushing responsibilities to their younger core players.
With Jonathan Greenard on the move, a significantly heavier workload now falls on the shoulders of Dallas Turner. Turner, who was the team’s first-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, is coming off a breakout 2025 campaign. He led the Vikings' defense with eight sacks last season, showing remarkable progress down the stretch by tallying 6.5 of those sacks over the final eight games of the schedule.
The specifics of the trade, including the destination for Jonathan Greenard and the draft capital or players returning to Minnesota, have not yet been fully disclosed. The departure of the veteran edge rusher confirms the team's confidence in Dallas Turner to lead the defensive front following his dominant performance in the latter half of last year.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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