ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

NFL Roundup: Vikings sign defensive end Wootton

Unrestricted free agent defensive end Corey Wootton signed with the Minnesota Vikings on Friday. The contract is for one year, according to Wootton's agent. NFL.com reported that the deal pays Wootton up to $2 million. Wootton, who is recovering ...

Unrestricted free agent defensive end Corey Wootton signed with the Minnesota Vikings on Friday.
The contract is for one year, according to Wootton’s agent. NFL.com reported that the deal pays Wootton up to $2 million.
Wootton, who is recovering from hip surgery, was with the NFC North rival Chicago Bears for the past four years.
In 15 starts for the Bears last year, Wootton had 34 tackles (eight for loss), three sacks and a forced fumble. Vikings fans know Wootton for his hit in 2010 on quarterback Brett Favre that resulted in a concussion at the end of his career.
Jets release Sanchez, sign Vick
The New York Jets made a change at quarterback on Friday, signing free-agent Michael Vick and releasing Mark Sanchez after five seasons.
Vick and the Jets reached agreement on a one-year contract, according to reports. He leaves the Philadelphia Eagles after being replaced as the starter last season by Nick Foles.
Sanchez started 62 games with the Jets, posting a 33-29 record and passing for 68 touchdowns and 69 interceptions.
Releasing Sanchez, who was due a $2 million bonus on March 25, saved the Jets $8.3 million against the salary cap.

What To Read Next
Get Local

ADVERTISEMENT