Vikings continue defense revamp, release DT Shamar Stephen
The Minnesota Vikings have released defensive tackle Shamar StephenMARCH 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
JALEEL JOHNSON
24 TCKL •
0 INT •
1 SCK
24 TCKL
0 INT
1 SCK
Career high in tackles Johnson produced 44 tackles (22 solo) and 1.5 sacks through his 16 games in the 2020 campaign.
Impact In his fourth year with Minnesota, Johnson had a larger role and earned much more playing time, allowing him to compile a career high in tackles. While the defensive tackle saw a notable increase in his usage in 2020, the defensive tackle's rookie contract is now up, so he may be wearing a different uniform next season.
FEBRUARY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings enter offseason with deteriorated defense to repair
The Minnesota Vikings missed the playoffs by one gameJANUARY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Eliminated Vikings seek to find purpose from final week
The Minnesota Vikings' grind of a season to end this weekDECEMBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Onetime ‘bull in a china shop’, Vikings DT Jaleel Johnson is now just a bull Early in his career, whenever defensive tackle Jaleel Johnson was brought up in conversation, coach Mike Zimmer seemed to offer a consistent...
NOVEMBER 13, 2020 • TWINCITIES.COM
Mattison ready to step in for Vikings if Cook can't play
When Dalvin Cook hurt his groin and left for the locker room Sunday in Seattle, the Minnesota Vikings didn’t alter their game planOCTOBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Four tackles Sunday Johnson started at defensive tackle and had four total tackles in Sunday's loss to Green Bay.
Impact Johnson had an uneven performance as he had three stops, according to Pro Football Focus, but was also part of a unit that failed to generate any pass rush and allowed 4.9 yards per carry. He should get plenty of playing time as his 57 snaps led all Minnesota defensive tackles.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as starting defensive tackle Johnson is listed as a starting defensive tackle on Minnesota's initial unofficial depth chart.
Impact Johnson started the three games that Linval Joseph missed last season, and he'll now get increased playing time with Joesph gone as a free agent and Michael Pierce opting out of the season.
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Zimmer, remodeled Vikings defense not buying regression
Defense has largely fueled Minnesota’s success since Mike Zimmer was hired as head coachAUGUST 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings will lean on continuity to overcome key departures
Contract extensions for quarterback Kirk Cousins, head coach Mike Zimmer and general manager Rick Spielman this year have left no doubt about the Minnesota Vikings' belief they can...AUGUST 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
After strong '19 season, tackle Jaleel Johnson could help new-look Vikings defensive line With the Vikings losing several veterans, tackle Jaleel Johnson could emerge in a larger role this season.
AUGUST 7, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
After strong '19 season, tackle Jaleel Johnson could help Vikings' new-look defensive line With the Vikings losing several veterans, tackle Jaleel Johnson could emerge in a larger role this season.
AUGUST 6, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Vikings land DT P.J. Hall in deal with Raiders for late pick
The Minnesota Vikings have acquired defensive tackle PAUGUST 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
New Vikings DT Pierce, asthma sufferer, opts out of season
New Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Michael Pierce has opted out of the 2020 season because of concern about the coronavirusJULY 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
