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3 Vikings Contract Extension Candidates Before the 2026 Season Begins
- The Vikings may pursue extensions for three 30-year-olds who are core pieces entering 2026.
- Blake Cashman's final Vikings season looks strong after a 2024 campaign with 112 tackles and 4.5 sacks.
- Andrew Van Ginkel is viewed as irreplaceable and could benefit from a long-term deal.
- Brian O’Neill, a two-time Pro Bowler, may see his cap hit lowered with a new extension beyond 2026.
- Caleb Tiernan could replace O’Neill in the future, signaling development plans.
- The extension strategy aims to balance salary cap space with maintaining veteran leadership.
- Teasley’s summer to-do list includes lockups for core defenders and blockers.
- The Vikings drafted Jake Golday as a complement but not a replacement for Cashman.
- Van Ginkel earned Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors in a 2024 season with 11.5 sacks and 50 pressures.
- The 2026 season-big picture includes balancing continuity with youth through extensions and drafting.
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