Vikings DL Jalen Redmond signs 1-year contract

Redmond started 15 games in 2025, recording 62 tackles and 6 sacks

Apr. 15, 2026 at 6:49am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a defensive lineman in motion, with sharp, overlapping planes of purple, gold, and white representing the Vikings' uniform colors and the fractured, multi-perspective nature of the play.The Vikings' defensive line will continue to benefit from Jalen Redmond's disruptive presence after he signed a 1-year contract extension.Arlington Today

The Minnesota Vikings have signed defensive lineman Jalen Redmond to a 1-year contract. Redmond, 27, started 15 of 17 games for the Vikings last season, recording 62 tackles, 6 sacks, 12 tackles for loss, and 5 passes defended. He was on the field for 74% of the team's defensive snaps.

Why it matters

Redmond emerged as a key contributor on the Vikings' defensive line in 2025 after initially signing with the team in 2024 following a stint in the XFL. Retaining him on a 1-year deal provides continuity and depth along the defensive front.

The details

Redmond, an undrafted free agent out of Oklahoma in 2023, first signed with the Carolina Panthers but was waived during his rookie training camp. He then joined the XFL's Arlington Renegades before signing with the Vikings in June 2024. In two seasons with Minnesota, Redmond has 80 tackles, 7 sacks, 18 tackles for loss, and 7 passes defended.

  • Redmond signed his exclusive rights free-agent tender for the 2026 season on April 15, 2026.

The players

Jalen Redmond

A 27-year-old defensive lineman who has been a key contributor for the Minnesota Vikings over the past two seasons.

Minnesota Vikings

The professional American football team based in Minneapolis, Minnesota that competes in the National Football League (NFL).

Carolina Panthers

The professional American football team based in Charlotte, North Carolina that competes in the National Football League (NFL).

Arlington Renegades

A professional American football team that competed in the XFL, a spring football league.

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The takeaway

Redmond's 1-year contract extension with the Vikings solidifies their defensive line depth and keeps a young, productive player in the fold as they look to build on their 2025 season.