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Vikings Sign CFL Star Hutchings: A New DT Hope?
7 Jan
Summary
- Jaylon Hutchings signed a futures deal with the Vikings.
- He was named to the All-CFL team with 8 sacks.
- Hutchings was the league's highest-graded defensive player.
The Minnesota Vikings are bolstering their defensive tackle prospects by signing Canadian Football League standout Jaylon Hutchings to a futures contract. Hutchings, who recently turned 26, joins the Vikings after an impressive season with the Calgary Stampeders, where he recorded 8 sacks and 39 total tackles across 17 games. His performance earned him a spot on the All-CFL team and the distinction of being the highest-graded defensive player in the league by Pro Football Focus.
This move signals the Vikings' strategy of identifying and developing talent from alternative professional leagues, similar to their experience with Jalen Redmond, who emerged as a key defensive tackle after joining from the UFL. Hutchings, a Texas native and former Texas Tech player, brings a strong collegiate background and a notable CFL season to Minnesota.
Hutchings is expected to compete for a 53-man roster spot, especially with potential salary cap-related moves involving veteran defensive tackles Allen and Hargrave. The Vikings also signed linebacker Jacob Roberts from the Calgary Stampeders, adding further depth to their roster as they continue to build their special teams and defensive units.
