C.J. HAM NEWS

C.J. Ham Mic'd Up During Sunday's Win Over Carolina FB C.J. Ham was mic'd up during the Week 4 game against Carolina.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • VIKINGS.COM

C.J. Ham Speaks at Vikings Girls Football Academy Vikings FB C.J. Ham and his wife, Steph, C.J. and his wife Steph participated in the 2023 Vikings Girls Football Academy at the TCO Performa...

APRIL 12, 2023 • VIKINGS.COM

C.J. Ham Signs Contract Extension Vikings FB C.J. Ham signs his two-year contract extension.

MARCH 24, 2023 • VIKINGS.COM

Fullback C.J. Ham to sign two-year extension with Vikings, his agency says Ham, 29, is a special teams captain who could help Kevin O'Connell get more out of the Vikings' running game.

MARCH 22, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Extends tenure in Minnesota Ham agreed Wednesday with the Vikings on a two-year contract extension, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Ham has spent the entirety of his seven-year career with the Vikings. While the 29-year-old saw a diminished role within head coach Kevin O'Connell's offense in 2022, he's still one of the more utilized fullbacks in the NFL, playing on both offense and special teams. Ham will look to have a similar role next season and continue to help open up holes for Dalvin Cook and the rest of the run game.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Postgame Sound: FB C.J. Ham FB C.J. Ham addressed the media following Sunday's game against the Giants.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • VIKINGS.COM

The Vikings Audible: C.J. Ham & Kene Nwangwu On Regrouping During A Short Week, The Importance Of Special Teams | INDY | Week 15 Welcome to the Week 15 edition of The Vikings Audible presented by 3M. It's a fun and short week with 2 of the guys who are 'jack of all tra...

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • VIKINGS.COM

Scores rushing TD Ham had one carry for a two-yard touchdown in Sunday's win at Buffalo.

Impact It was just his second carry of the season and second rushing TD of his career. Ham played on just six of the offense's 80 snaps as he's had a minimal role under new head coach Kevin O'Connell.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Turnover-prone Allen coughs up 3 more in Bills loss to Vikes

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen blamed himself after his ongoing turnover problems continued in a 33-30 overtime loss to the Minnesota Vikings

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • Associated Press

Fading fullbacks: Once NFL staple, position keeps declining

The fullback position in the NFL has been fading for years, but only in the last decade has it neared the brink of total extinction

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • Associated Press

Records two catches Sunday Ham hauled in two of three targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 28-24 win over the Lions.

Impact Though he was only on the field for 11 snaps on offense, Ham had two key receptions on the first of the Vikings' two touchdown drives in the second quarter. With Dalvin Cook (shoulder) uncertain to suit up Week 4 against the Saints, Ham could see a modest uptick in snaps with one less option available out of the backfield. However, the fullback is unlikely to see an appreciable increase in touches as a runner or pass catcher, as Alexander Mattison would step into Cook's three-down lead role if Cook ends up sitting out in New Orleans.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Just three snaps Monday Ham played just three snaps on offense in Monday's loss at Philadelphia and didn't get a carry or target.

Impact The Vikings didn't utilize a fullback when they fell behind early and were forced to pass the ball. Ham hasn't been a fantasy factor with few touches per game in the past, but his role under new head coach Kevin O'Connell could dry up as the team focuses on the passing game.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dad Mode Featuring Adam Thielen and C.J. Ham Watch the premiere of Dad Mode featuring WR Adam Thielen and FB C.J. Ham.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings' C.J. Ham, 49ers' Kyle Juszczyk keeping NFL's fullback fraternity alive Because of the position's dwindling usage, Ham and Juszczyk are among only three fullbacks to play at least 30% of snaps each of the last th...

AUGUST 19, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Getting Open with C.J. Ham Vikings fullback C.J. Ham sits down with Staff Writer/Assistant Editor Lindsey Young and talks about overcoming a speech disability, navigat...

MAY 9, 2022 • VIKINGS.COM

Catches both targets in loss Ham caught both of his targets for 13 yards during Sunday's 30-23 loss to the Rams.

Impact Ham was dealing with a hamstring injury during the week, but he was ultimately active for the contest and was able to play 36 total snaps (20 on offense). On the season, the fullback has totaled 15 catches for 117 yards, but he'll likely remain a fantasy afterthought during Minnesota's divisional showdown with the Packers in Week 17.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Active for Week 16 Ham (hamstring) is active for Sunday's contest against the Rams.

Impact Ham tweaked his hamstring during the Vikings' win over the Bears on Monday Night Football, but he is ready to go for Week 16. The fullback doesn't garner much fantasy consideration, but his presence should be a boost to a Minnesota run game that will rely heavily on Alexander Mattison with Dalvin Cook sidelined due to COVID-19 protocols.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring issue Ham is questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams due to a hamstring injury, Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Ham presumably picked up the injury last week against the Bears while catching one pass for three yards on 25 offensive snaps. The Vikings will work without a fullback this weekend if he's unable to play.

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Boxer Frank Gore open to becoming NFL running back again

Frank Gore is open to returning to the NFL for a Super Bowl run after he makes his boxing debut

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • Associated Press

C.J. Ham's precise block provides space for Cook's 20-yard burst Minnesota Vikings fullback C.J. Ham's precise block provides space for running back Dalvin Cook's 20-yard burst.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • NFL.COM

Catches lone target Ham had a 19-yard reception on his lone target during Sunday's 29-27 loss to the Lions.

Impact Ham played 25 of 76 offensive snaps and took advantage of his lone touch by rumbling 19 yards during the third quarter. The 28-year-old has seven carries for 34 yards and 12 receptions for 101 yards through 12 games this season, and he doesn't offer any fantasy appeal as a fullback.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

C.J. Ham Mic'd Up Against Green Bay Vikings FB C.J. Ham was wired for sound during the Week 11 win over the Packers.

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings outlast Rodgers, Packers 34-31 on game-ending FG

Minnesota beat Green Bay by making sure Aaron Rodgers didn't get to touch the ball last

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • Associated Press

Can't-Miss Play: C.J. Ham matches his last name on hard 27-yard leaping grab Minnesota Vikings fullback C.J. Ham matches his last name on hard 27-yard leaping grab.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • NFL.COM

Vikings in Baltimore for first time since wild 2013 game

The Minnesota Vikings play at Baltimore this weekend for the first time since the teams combined for five touchdowns in the final 2:05 of a 2013 game

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • Associated Press