Vikings signed G Joshua Gray - Released DL Eric Johnson II.
The Vikings are signing IOL Joshua Gray, per @alec_lewis. More depth at C/G for Minnesota. pic.twitter.com/f4lC5aSA1y
— VikingzFanPage (@vikingzfanpage) August 19, 2026
The Vikings are signing C/G Joshua Gray, per sources. Adds more depth on the interior. Most recently been with the Panthers. Was on the Falcons' PS last year. Smaller frame but can really move off the ball.
— Alec Lewis (@alec_lewis) August 19, 2026
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But can he snap a ball to Kyler in the shotgun
#Vikings are signing C/G Joshua Gray, per @alec_lewis ✅
— Vikes\/erified (@VikesVV) August 19, 2026
Gray is a fluid mover, built for a wide-zone scheme. Gray went undrafted in the 2025 NFL draft. pic.twitter.com/lJWfZxO6tg
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Overview
Team captain and five-year starter who can best be described as tough, strong and reliable. A majority of Gray’s nearly 4,000 snaps came at left tackle, but he moved to guard in 2024 and proved he was more than capable. He has average size but good point-of-attack strength. He can generate movement during the sustain phase of the block and fits into all run-blocking schemes. The pass protection posture looks good and he’s generally accurate with his punch but displays surprisingly average reactive athleticism to mirror movement and recover when beaten. Gray has more work to do at guard, but his intelligence, strength and durability will make him a favorite of offensive line coaches.
Strengths
Made seamless switch to guard after four years at tackle.
Lands inside hands and latches in with excellent grip strength.
Engages base blocks with strong core and good strain.
Possesses tools necessary to play in all run-blocking schemes.
Keeps head back and back flat in his protections.
Able to time things up with his punch.
Average bender but is able to respond to and quiet a bull rush.
Weaknesses
Fits up run blocks with average acceleration and pop.
Gets grabby instead of meeting movement with his feet.
Inconsistent timing and footwork on combo blocks and double teams.
Allows his feet to get too heavy and static in pass protection.
Had issues remaining patient and maintaining positioning against twists.
“The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command."
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greediron wrote:
So another guy who played tackle and guard is signed to replace our center who used to play tackle and guard?
I could be wrong, but I don't think he was signed to play center. I'm guessing there's an injury or general disappointment among our down-roster IOLs like Huber, Byrd, Lee, Rimac.
If Brandel doesn't fix his snapping issues, that's a problem you fix with a trade, not a 2nd year practice squad UDFA.
“The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command."
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MaroonBells wrote:
I could be wrong, but I don't think he was signed to play center. I'm guessing there's an injury or general disappointment among our down-roster IOLs like Huber, Byrd, Lee, Rimac.
If Brandel doesn't fix his snapping issues, that's a problem you fix with a trade, not a 2nd year practice squad UDFA.
Yeah, I was being a bit sarcastic there.
The #Vikings have signed G Joshua Gray and released DL Eric Johnson II.
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) August 19, 2026
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