Nolan Teasley continues shaping Minnesota Vikings roster, and he did so with an unexpected move

Minnesota Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley made four roster moves on Tuesday, adding tight end Marshall Lang and defensive lineman Jahvaree Ritzie while waiving offensive tackle Caleb Etienne and defensive lineman Monkell Goodwine. These signings mark Teasley’s third and fourth former Seattle Seahawks players, accelerating his roster overhaul. Lang, an undrafted free agent from Northwestern, played for the Seahawks and Patriots last season but saw limited opportunities, recording fewer than 50 receptions and four touchdowns. Ritzie, a North Carolina standout with 6.5 sacks in 2024, joined the Vikings after spending time with the Patriots and Steelers. Etienne, a massive offensive tackle, was deemed a long shot for the roster, while Goodwine’s $247,500 guaranteed base salary and $10,000 signing bonus indicated the Vikings expected him to make the practice squad. Teasley’s decision to waive Goodwine suggests a divergence from the scouting staff’s assessment, though the financial impact remains minimal. The moves highlight Teasley’s proactive approach to rebuilding the Vikings’ roster, with a notable focus on players from the Seahawks organization. The team’s next steps will be closely watched as training camp approaches.