Vikings 2026 Free Agency Tracker

A look at the Vikings' free agents and offseason moves as the new league year approaches

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The New League Year begins March 11, 2026, and the Vikings are preparing for the upcoming season by tracking their free agent signings, re-signings, and departures. This tracker will be updated with details on each transaction as the team's roster takes shape.

Why it matters

Free agency is a critical period for NFL teams as they look to improve their rosters for the next season. This tracker provides Vikings fans with a one-stop shop to stay up-to-date on all the team's offseason moves and the implications they may have on the upcoming campaign.

The details

The Vikings have a number of key free agents this offseason, including running back Ty Chandler, long snapper Andrew DePaola, cornerback Fabian Moreau, and wide receiver Jalen Nailor. The team will need to decide which players to re-sign, let walk, or potentially replace through the draft or other free agent signings.

  • The New League Year begins on March 11, 2026 at 3 p.m. CT, opening the door for free agent signings.
  • The Vikings' first preseason game is scheduled for August 9, 2026.

The players

Ty Chandler

A 2022 fifth-round pick, Chandler has shown flashes of potential but has been hampered by injuries over his four-year career with the Vikings.

Andrew DePaola

The veteran long snapper has been named an All-Pro four times in a row and is a key part of the Vikings' special teams unit.

Fabian Moreau

Moreau provided depth and experience in the Vikings' secondary over the past nine seasons.

Jalen Nailor

A 2022 sixth-round pick, Nailor has emerged as a reliable receiving threat for the Vikings, posting career highs in catches and yards in 2025.

Harrison Smith

The veteran safety is considering retirement after 14 seasons with the Vikings, during which he has established himself as a potential Hall of Famer.

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What they’re saying

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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

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— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

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The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.