{
  "id": 5112074,
  "title": "The Vikings Snagged a Pair of Bruisers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/the-vikings-snagged-a-pair-of-bruisers",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-02T15:15:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/vikings-snagged-pair-bruisers-151500984.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On December 14, 2025, the Minnesota Vikings bolstered their roster by signing two new players to their practice squad. The team announced the signings on their official social media, stating the addition of tight end Cam Grandy and defensive lineman Naquan Jones to the practice squad. This move was made possible due to an open spot on the practice squad, allowing the Vikings to add two new players while releasing one.\n\nCam Grandy, a 26-year-old tight end, is a significant addition to the Vikings' roster. Standing at 6'5\" and weighing 253 pounds, he boasts solid size and has shown prowess in blocking. Grandy's performance on the field has been impressive, with a 74.9 pass blocking grade and a 77.0 grade in 2025 according to PFF. Although his run blocking grades aren't as strong (65.6 and 61.0), his strong build and blocking skills make him a valuable asset for the Vikings.\n\nNaquan Jones, a 28-year-old defensive lineman, rounds out the Vikings' new signings. Listed at 6'3\" and 313 pounds, Jones is a veteran with a career-high of 3 sacks in 2024 while playing for the Arizona Cardinals. Jones first entered the NFL as an undrafted talent in 2021, playing for several teams before joining the Vikings. Now a part of the practice squad, Jones will likely work to secure a spot in the active roster as the season progresses.\n\nWith these additions, the Vikings are set to face off against their division rivals, the Green Bay Packers, in Week 1 on September 13th. The team now has fresh talent to work with as they continue to build their roster for the upcoming season.",
  "summary": "A football roster is always in the process of being adjusted. However, the degree of roster change in late August […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Minnesota Vikings sign tight end Cam Grandy and defensive lineman Naquan Jones to practice squad.",
    "Cam Grandy, 26, brings 6'5\", 253 lbs size and strong blocking grades to Vikings roster.",
    "Naquan Jones, 28, adds veteran experience with 6'3\", 313 lbs frame and 3 career sacks."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}