Vikings Add Offensive Line Help Ahead of Primetime Bills Matchup
The Vikings have signed a former SEC lineman as they manage injuries and prepare for a crucial primetime matchup against Buffalo.
The Minnesota Vikings bolstered their offensive line on Wednesday by signing Corey Robinson II, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz. The 6-foot-5, 311-pound offensive tackle boasts college experience, having spent time at Georgia Tech, Arkansas, and finishing his senior season at Arkansas in 2025. Robinson started all 12 games for Arkansas last season, earning preseason third-team All-SEC honors.
He also played a pivotal role on the block for the Razorbacks' All-SEC running back, Mike Washington Jr., who rushed for 1,070 yards and eight touchdowns. At Georgia Tech, Robinson was a top-tier pass blocker, receiving an 91.2 grade from Pro Football Focus, which is the highest among Power Four offensive linemen and the fourth-best in the country.
Minnesota's acquisition of Robinson comes after they released guard Trevor Keegan and lost starting left guard Donovan Jackson to a season-ending injury. The Vikings, who lost their first game of the season to Detroit, now face the Buffalo Bills in a primetime matchup on Monday night. The Bills, averaging 33.3 points per game this season, are one of the top offenses in the league.
Meanwhile, Minnesota's defense is allowing just 13.3 points per game, the lowest mark in the league. This move to add offensive line depth is a strategic decision for Minnesota as they navigate a challenging stretch of the season, including upcoming games against the Green Bay Packers, San Francisco 49ers, Atlanta Falcons, and Carolina Panthers.
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