Vikings Set to Lose Key Stars in Free Agency—Major Roster Shakeup Ahead?
With NFL free agency just over five weeks away, the Minnesota Vikings are gearing up for what could be one of their busiest offseasons in recent history. While attention is on who might join the team, there’s also growing concern over who could be on their way out. According to a new ranking, the Vikings could see several key players walk out the door when the 2025 league year kicks off in mid-March.
Five Vikings Land on Top Free Agent List
In a recent breakdown of the top 50 free agents, ESPN’s Matt Bowen listed five Vikings among the most sought-after names on the market—including three in the top 20.
As expected, Sam Darnold headlines the group at #6 overall, making him the top-ranked quarterback available. This highlights the scarcity of quality quarterbacks in this free agency class—Justin Fields doesn’t appear until #32, while Russell Wilson checks in at #42.
Darnold’s strong 2024 season has set him up for a major payday, but the big question remains: Will that payday come from the Vikings, or is his time in Minnesota over?
Other Vikings on the List:
- OT Cam Robinson (#14)
- CB Byron Murphy Jr. (#20)
- S Camryn Bynum (#29)
- RB Aaron Jones (#33)
The Vikings have reportedly expressed interest in re-signing Bynum and Murphy, while Robinson and Jones seem less likely to return. However, with weeks to go before free agency begins, the situation remains fluid.
Vikings Have Cap Space—But Will They Spend It?
According to Over the Cap, the Vikings are projected to have over $58 million in available cap space—one of the highest totals in the league. They also have options to create even more space through roster moves and contract restructures.
GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and his staff pulled off what many consider the best free agency class in franchise history last year. Now, the pressure is on to deliver an encore.
With multiple starters potentially leaving and plenty of money to spend, this offseason is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable in Vikings history. Buckle up, Minnesota—things are about to get interesting.
