Vikings officially announce releasing of Erik Kendricks

One of the best players in NFL for nearly a decade, Erik Kendricks, was released by Minnesota Vikings, the club announced Monday morning.

After being a first-team All-Pro in 2019 and one of the NFL’s most consistently productive LBs, Kendricks heads to free agency.

The termination of Kendricks’ contract means he is free to sign with any suitor before leaguewide free agency begins on March 15.

We have released LB Eric Kendricks.

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Vikings General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah released the following statement:

“As a Pro Bowler and team captain, a Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee and a leader of the Vikings social justice efforts, Eric leaves a powerful, permanent legacy within our organization and the Minnesota community. While he is best known as a playmaker and respected linebacker across the league, Eric’s contributions to the Vikings extend far beyond the field because of his selfless and unwavering commitment to improving societal issues. I have the utmost respect for Eric and wish him and Ally, along with their growing family, continued success in their next chapter.”