Eric Wilson

Career StatsC

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

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

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.

Performance Analysis

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.

Fan Sentiment

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.