Pro Bowl Linebacker Jamal Adams Indicates He’s Joining Vikings on the Eve of Camp
- On Monday, NFL veteran Jamal Adams confirmed he is signing with the Minnesota Vikings ahead of the 2026 season, marking his sixth team since entering the NFL in 2017.
- After a challenging tenure with the Seattle Seahawks marked by injuries, Adams revitalized his career last year by transitioning from safety to linebacker with the Las Vegas Raiders, where he recorded 45 tackles.
- The former Pro Bowler played 448 snaps in 2025, demonstrating durability after previous injury struggles. Former head coach Pete Carroll told him, "You're going to be in the linebacker room, so get over it."
- Adding veteran depth, the Vikings now possess a versatile defender capable of contributing in pressure packages, though Adams must compete during training camp to secure his roster spot.
- Longtime defensive back Harrison Smith has yet to announce his return, leaving Minnesota's defensive roster in flux as Adams joins a unit preparing for the upcoming season.
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Vikings agree to deal with veteran LB/S Jamal Adams - Regional Media News
Three-time Pro Bowl linebacker/safety Jamal Adams is headed to his sixth NFL team after agreeing to terms with the Minnesota Vikings on Monday. The 30-year-old veteran confirmed his decision with a post on X that said "Year 10 #skol." Adams spent last season with the Las Vegas Raiders, amassing 45 tackles, a sack and a forced fumble in 17 games (four starts) as a linebacker. Adams also previously played for the New York Jets (2017-19), Seattle S…
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Pro Bowl linebacker Jamal Adams indicates he’s joining Vikings on the eve of camp
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Three-time Pro Bowler Jamal Adams says he’s joining the Minnesota Vikings on the eve of training camp. Adams announced the move on social media Monday night, posting “Year 10” and the Vikings’ “skol” hashtag. Adams has played multiple positions during his nine-year NFL career, including 17 games at linebacker with the Las Vegas Raiders last season. Adams was the seventh overall pick of the 2017 NFL draft by the Jets and twice …
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