
#55 LB · Minnesota Vikings
1 transaction this offseason
Height
6'1"
Weight
230 lbs
Age
31
College
Cincinnati
Draft
Undrafted
Experience
9 yrs
LB Rank
#56 / 349
Grade this player:
| Year | Team | GP | Tkl | Sacks | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 142 | 514 | 17.5 | 5 |
| 2025 | ![]() | 17 | 115 | 6.5 | 0 |
| 2024 | ![]() | 17 | 72 | 2.0 | 1 |
| 2023 | ![]() | 17 |
Length
3 years
Total Value
$22.5M
Guaranteed
$12.5M
AAV
$7.5M/yr
The Vikings locked up Eric Wilson at $7.5M AAV for three years, and this B- CVI represents solid value for a serviceable starter at linebacker. Wilson's production tier aligns well with his contract placement in the middle tier of linebacker salaries, making this neither a bargain nor an overpay but rather market-appropriate compensation for his contributions. At his current career stage, Wilson provides reliable veteran presence without the premium cost of elite linebackers, and the three-year term gives Minnesota stability at the position without excessive long-term risk. The $12.5M in guaranteed money represents reasonable protection for both sides — enough security for Wilson while keeping the Vikings' exposure manageable if his performance declines. This deal reflects smart roster management by Minnesota, securing a dependable contributor at fair market value rather than chasing expensive alternatives or gambling on unproven talent.
Eric Wilson earns a C for the Vikings at linebacker, a veteran defender who has found his way back to Minnesota after stops around the league. Wilson brings solid coverage ability for a linebacker, which has kept him employable in a league that values pass-defense from the second level. His tackling has been consistent, and he does a good job of processing offensive formations and getting to the right spot. The Vikings appreciate his experience and reliability, and Wilson has been a stabilizing presence in their linebacking corps. He is a useful starter who does not make mistakes and consistently performs above the replacement level.
The Vikings overpaid to retain a backup-caliber linebacker on a surprising three-year, $22.5 million deal. All five headlines confirm the re-signing, but none frame Wilson as a cornerstone piece. The alarming signal is $7.5 million annually for a player who rarely started before his one-breakout season. Fans are split, questioning whether this money could have landed a more proven pass-rushing linebacker. Wilson must prove this contract wasn't a panic retention move in a thin linebacker market.
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| 2022 | ![]() | 13 | 17 | 1.0 | 0 |
| 2021 | ![]() | 14 | 46 | 0.0 | 1 |
| 2020 | ![]() | 16 | 122 | 3.0 | 3 |
| 2019 | ![]() | 16 | 62 | 3.0 | 0 |
| 2018 | ![]() | 16 | 41 | 2.0 | 0 |
| 2017 | ![]() | 16 | 8 | 0.0 | 0 |
Updated Mar 18, 2026
Recent seasons are weighted more heavily in the overall performance grade.
A
2025
(50% weight)
D+
2024
(30% weight)
F
2023
(20% weight)