Minnesota Vikings Sign Safety Owens, Waive Linebacker Tooley

The Minnesota Vikings have made a strategic move by signing safety Gervarrius Owens and waiving linebacker Max Tooley to balance their roster depth heading into the 2025 season. Owens, a former seventh-round pick with experience on the Giants and Titans practice squads, becomes the Vikings' sixth safety, likely sharing preseason snaps with Mishael Powell and potentially securing a practice squad spot. This move echoes the successful acquisition of Theo Jackson from the Titans, who is now a starter, suggesting Owens could develop into a valuable asset. Meanwhile, the Vikings' offensive line shows promising recovery from injuries, with key players Christian Darrisaw and Will Fries expected to return to full participation soon, bolstering the team's offensive stability. Head coach Kevin O’Connell has expressed high expectations for the defense to compensate for potential rookie challenges on offense with new quarterback J.J. McCarthy. Additionally, the Seattle Seahawks have adjusted their defensive line by signing rookie Thor Griffith, a versatile nose tackle with a strong college record, while waiving Justin Rogers, signaling a focus on developing fresh talent in response to veteran injuries.