Vikings add OT depth, sign Ryan Van Demark to one-year deal
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Key Points:
- The Minnesota Vikings signed offensive tackle Ryan Van Demark to a one-year, $4.2 million fully guaranteed contract, adding depth after injuries to their starting tackles in 2025.
- Van Demark was a restricted free agent from the Buffalo Bills, who declined to match the Vikings' offer, allowing the signing without compensation.
- Starting left tackle Christian Darrisaw missed seven games in 2025 due to recovery from two torn ligaments in his left knee and was placed on injured reserve late in the season.
- Right tackle Brian O'Neill also missed three games in 2025 due to various injuries, highlighting the Vikings' need for more depth at the tackle position.
- Former GM Kwesi Adofo
