Trending Now - Vikings Re-sign Linebacker Eric Wilson to New Contract

WHO:

Eric Wilson, linebacker

Minnesota Vikings, NFL team

Blake Cashman, teammate

Brian Flores, defensive coordinator

Philadelphia Eagles, Houston Texans, Green Bay Packers, previous teams

WHAT:

Eric Wilson signed a three-year contract worth $22.5 million with the Minnesota Vikings.

The contract includes $12.5 million fully guaranteed.

Wilson recorded 6.5 sacks, 10 QB hits, four forced fumbles, and 17 tackles for loss in the 2025 season.

Wilson had 108 tackles, ranking second on the team.

Wilson started 16 games in the 2025 season.

Wilson played 144 snaps on special teams, contributing five tackles and one forced fumble.

WHERE:

Eagan, Minnesota, home of the Minnesota Vikings

WHEN:

The contract was agreed upon on Sunday, March 5th, 2026.

Wilson originally signed with the Vikings as an undrafted rookie in 2017.

Wilson returned to the Vikings in 2024.

WHY:

Wilson had a career year in 2025, which led to his re-signing with the Vikings.

Wilson's performance fit well with Brian Flores' blitz-heavy defensive scheme.

HOW:

Wilson entered the starting lineup in Week 2 of the 2025 season after Blake Cashman suffered a hamstring injury.

Wilson displaced Ivan Pace Jr. when Cashman returned four games later.

(UPDATED March 9, 2026 17:19 UTC)

Eric Wilson has signed a three-year contract worth $22.5 million with the Minnesota Vikings, which includes $12.5 million fully guaranteed. Last season, Wilson had a standout performance, recording 6.5 sacks and 108 tackles, ranking second on the team, and he played a key role in the Vikings' defense under coordinator Brian Flores. Originally joining the Vikings as an undrafted rookie in 2017, Wilson returned to the team in 2024 and solidified his spot in the starting lineup during the 2025 season after an injury to teammate Blake Cashman.