Free agent LB Eric Wilson leaves Packers to sign with Vikings
Veteran free agent linebacker Eric Wilson has agreed to terms to return to the Minnesota Vikings, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Wilson, 30, spent his first four seasons with the Vikings and was a member of the Philadelphia Eagles, Houston Texans, and New Orleans Saints before signing with the Green Bay Packers during the 2022 season. A special teams stalwart and reliable depth piece, Wilson appeared in 47 games for the Packers, totaling 120 combined tackles, eight tackles for loss, two sacks, two pass breakups, and one interception.
According to Pro Football Focus, Wilson played 880 special teams snaps and totaled 23 special teams tackles over three seasons in Green Bay. Wilson will be missed for his contributions on teams, especially plays like his outstanding hustle that led to a fumble recovery during the 2023 Divisional Round game against the 49ers.
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Wilson saw an increased role under first-year defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley, starting 12 out of 17 games and playing 51 percent of the defensive snaps. However, before the start of free agency, the Packers signed linebacker Isaiah McDuffie to a two-year deal, signaling they were likely moving on from Wilson. McDuffie started all 17 games for Green Bay in 2024 and played under Hafley as a college player at Boston College.
The Packers have a solid linebacker corps consisting of Quay Walker, Edgerrin Cooper, McDuffie, and 2024 third-round pick Ty'Ron Hopper, but could still add to the position in free agency and through the draft.
This article originally appeared on Packers Wire: Free agent LB Eric Wilson leaves Packers to sign with Vikings
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