The Minnesota Vikings kick off the 2025 season with a Monday Night game at the Chicago Bears. In advance of the season and game, the Vikings released their depth chart.
Minnesota Vikings Depth Chart
Offense
Quarterback
Starter:
J.J. McCarthy
Backups:
Carson Wentz
Max Brosmer
Running Back
Starter:
Aaron Jones, Sr.
Backups:
Jordan Mason
Ty Chandler
Zavier Scott
Fullback
Starter:
C.J. Ham
Note: C.J. Ham is listed as the starter in name only as he’s currently on injured reserve. He won’t be available for at least the first four games of the season.
Wide Receiver
Starter:
Justin Jefferson
Backups:
Jalen Nailor
Myles Price
Wide Receiver
Starter:
Jordan Addison
Backups:
Adam Thielen
Tai Felton
Note:“Starter” Jordan Addison is currently serving a three week suspension. In his place, Adam Thielen has returned home.
Tight End
Starter:
T.J. Hockenson
Backups:
Josh Oliver
Ben Yurosek
Left Tackle
Starter:
Christian Darrisaw
Backups:
Justin Skule
Left Guard
Starter:
Donovan Jackson
Backups:
Joe Huber
Center
Starter:
Ryan Kelly
Backups:
Michael Jurgens
Right Guard
Starter:
Will Fries
Backup:
Blake Brandel
Right Tackle
Starter:
Brian O’Neill
Backups:
Walter Rouse
Defense
Defensive Line
Starters:
Jonathan Allen
Jalen Redmond
Javon Hargrave
Backups:
Levi Drake Rodriguez
Elijah Williams
Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins
Outside Linebacker
Starters:
Jonathan Greenard
Andrew Van Ginkel
Backups:
Dallas Turner
Bo Richter
Chaz Chambliss
Tyler Batty
Note: As with C.J. Ham, Tyler Batty is listed on the depth chart while serving time on injured reserve.
Inside Linebacker
Starters:
Blake Cashman
Ivan Pace Jr.
Backups:
Eric Wilson
Kobe King
Austin Keys
Cornerback:
Starter:
Byron Murphy Jr.
Backups:
Dwight McGlothern
Cornerback
Starter:
Isaiah Rodgers
Backups:
Jeff Okudah
Safety
Harrison Smith
Backups:
Theo Jackson
Tavierre Thomas
Safety
Starter:
Joshua Metellus
Backups:
Jay Ward
Special Teams
Punter/Holder
Starter:
Ryan Wright
Kicker
Starter:
Will Reichard
Long Snapper
Starter:
Andrew DePaola
Kick Returner
Starter:
Myles Price
Backup:
Ty Chandler
Tai Felton
Punt Returner
Starter:
Myles Price
Backups:
Adam Thielen
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In my opinion, the best story of the Vikings roster evolution is Jalen Redmond. In only a season, he’s risen from an XFL wildcard to starter on the defensive line. He’s gone from a curiosity to perhaps a franchise fixture.
For many covering and cheering for the Vikings, the cornerback room is a significant concern. Perhaps it’s a bit of “in Brian Flores and Daronte Jones I trust,” but I don’t really have those concerns. Carrying only four on the active is roster is very light. Having Fabian Moreau and Zemaiah Vaughn on the practice squad strengthen those numbers. Moreau was on the roster last season so he brings experience in the defense and with his teammates. I’m looking forward to seeing starters Byron Murphy Jr., Isaiah Rodgers, and Jeff Okudah on the field. I’m optimistic in the trio and I like the potential of Dwight McGlothern. Of course, they have stay healthy but that can be said across the roster. Nearly every position is an injury away from concerning.
I can not wait to see this team on the grass of Soldier Field.
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