Archive for June, 2008

Vikes Sign OL Mike Jones; Release LB Brannon Carter

The Vikings signed offensive lineman Mike Jones, who’s looking to make an NFL roster for the first time. Jones was an undrafted free agent out of Iowa last year when he signed with San Diego. After the Chargers cut him during training camp, Jones joined the Bears’ practice squad. He was released by Chicago in [...]

Former Viking Robinson To Retire

Former Vikings wide receiver Marcus Robinson has announced he will retire as a Chicago Bear.  Robinson spent six seasons with the Bears and was their fourth-round draft pick in 1997.  He left Chicago for Baltimore in 2003 and joined the Vikings a year later, spending three seasons in a Minnesota uniform.  He was cut by [...]

Birk Shows Up at Vikings Camp to Set Record About Contract

Vikings center Matt Birk is still seeking a contract extension, but that did not stop him from showing up at Vikings camp today and stating he is not upset with the team and lack of progress.  “Obviously a lot has been made of the fact that I haven’t received a contract extension,” he said. “That [...]