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Minnesota Vikings cornerback Fabian Moreau stands on the field during an NFC Wild Card matchup against the Los Angeles Rams at State Farm Stadium. On Jan. 13, 2025, Moreau contributed to Minnesotaās secondary during postseason action as the Vikings attempted to advance deeper into the playoffs under head coach Kevin OāConnell. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images.
Multiple waves of free agency have come and gone, and in NFL speak, the wire is down to slim pickings, except for some aging, once noteworthy stars like Tyreek Hill. All the productive young players have found new employers. For the Minnesota Vikingsā sake, seven players from the 2025 roster remain unsigned.
The productive departures are gone. These names remain in limbo.
Hereās a peek at those men in alphabetical order.
Whoās the most likely player to rejoin the Vikings, perhaps on the practice squad?

Seven players from the Minnesota Vikings' 2025 roster remain unsigned, including cornerback Fabian Moreau.
The ongoing free agency has left several Vikings players without jobs, limiting their opportunities to secure contracts with other teams.
Kevin OāConnell is the head coach of the Minnesota Vikings in 2025.
Unsigned NFL players often face challenges such as limited job opportunities and competition from younger, productive players who have already secured contracts.
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Notre Dame offensive lineman Zeke Correll participates in the schoolās annual Blue-Gold spring football game at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend on April 22, 2023. Correll developed into a steady presence along the Fighting Irish offensive line during his collegiate career, bringing experience, versatility, and leadership to one of college footballās most tradition-rich programs. Mandatory Credit: Greg Swiercz / USA TODAY NETWORK / USA TODAY NETWORK.
Zeke Correll | C
Merely mentioned for full disclosure, Correll was a Vikings practice squad candidate last summer. He then suffered an injury in August and spent the entire season on injured reserve.
Minnesota waived him on March 13th and now has Blake Brandel, Michael Jurgens, and rookie Gavin Gehardt lined up for the center spot in 2026.
Fabian Moreau | CB
As a CB3, Moreau quietly had a solid 2025 season. He allowed a 54.2 passer rating in 11 games, a performance that largely went unnoticed due to his lack of name recognition. Minnesota should consider bringing him back as a CB4-CB5, especially if he remains a cost-effective option.
Matt Nelson | OT
Nelson remains largely anonymous in the NFL, typically occupying a practice squad role, providing swing depth, or filling in during emergencies. Unsurprisingly, he remains unsigned after the initial wave of free agency. He will likely have to wait until a team requires additional personnel for training camp.
Jeff Okudah | CB
Okudah had a difficult stint as Minnesotaās CB3, hampered by concussions and poor play. When on the field, opposing quarterbacks frequently targeted him, exploiting his struggles. The former third overall pick appears to be in the later stages of his career, with the ā2020 draft bustā label now firmly attached.

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey breaks free from Minnesota Vikings cornerback Jeff Okudah for a touchdown reception during the second half at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on Oct. 23, 2025. McConkey continued his rapid rise as one of the NFLās most dependable young receivers, showcasing his route-running precision and separation ability against Minnesota. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images.
The Viking Ageās Adam Patrick on Okudah last month: āUnfortunately, multiple concussions resulted in Okudah only appearing in six games with the Vikings last season, but even when he was able to get on the field, his performance wasnāt anything close to what Minnesota was hoping to see from him.ā
āNow that concussions could potentially be a lingering issue, and the fact that he just hasnāt been good during his tenure in the league, his career in the NFL could already be nearing the end, despite it beginning just six years ago.ā
Brett Rypien | QB
In May 2025 ā so, a year ago at this time ā Rypien was the Vikingsā QB2, believe it or not. The rapid change in circumstances now sees him seeking a QB3 role elsewhere, likely with a team looking for an inexpensive veteran for camp in the coming months.
Harrison Smith | S
The Vikings āreleasedā Smith in March, but his tenure in Minnesota is not necessarily over. Smith performed well late in 2025, making a 2026 return seem plausible, even if only for situational play.
Can one truly imagine the Vikings winning a Super Bowl in 2026 with Kyler Murray under center, while Smith watches from home? The thought should be unsettling for both fans and Smith himself.
The Athleticās Alec Lewis noted on rookie safety Jakobe Thomas as a possible Smith replacement this week, āCan Jakobe Thomas be the new Harrison Smith? In 2025, Thomas entered the transfer portal. He had played safety at Tennessee, mostly in a role that asked him to focus on deep coverage. The University of Miamiās staff kicked the film over to defensive coordinator Corey Hetherman.ā
āHe believed the Hurricanes could weaponize Thomasā all-around abilities more powerfully. Thomas took to the idea. Part of the intrigue, for him, was the fact that one of his heroes, a fellow product of the state of Tennessee named Harrison Smith, was asked to play multiple roles in the Vikingsā defense.ā

Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith speaks during a press conference at Sport Ireland Campus in Dublin, Ireland, on Sep. 26, 2025. Smith remained one of the Vikingsā most respected veteran leaders entering another international showcase game, continuing a long tenure defined by versatility, intelligence, and consistent defensive production throughout his accomplished NFL career. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images.
Thomas was direct fruit of the Jonathan Greenard trade.
Lewis added, āThomas is now playing for Smithās longtime NFL team. Smithās status remains up in the air, but OāConnell said Friday that one of the elements of Thomasā pre-draft visit was watching film of Smith.ā
āThe reps Thomas takes with the full roster will be telling. The Vikings selected him in the third round, but he was one of the teamās priorities when the draft began.ā
John Wolford | QB
Wolford served as the Vikingsā emergency QB3 last season, when injuries and crappy play hit the quarterback room. He will not return in 2026. At best, Wolford might secure a practice squad position or serve as emergency quarterback insurance for a new team.