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Kyle Van Noy joins the Vikings' practice squad

The veteran linebacker is joining Brian Flores again after a positive visit, giving Minnesota more pass-rush depth after Tyler Baty’s season-ending ACL tear.

  • On Tuesday, 13-year veteran outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy agreed to sign with the Minnesota Vikings, starting on the practice squad to ramp up.
  • The signing addresses depth issues after second-year prospect Tyler Batty suffered a season-ending ACL tear during the preseason finale against the Denver Broncos.
  • Van Noy reunites with Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, who previously coached him on the New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins, winning two Super Bowls together.
  • The former second-round pick brings 561 total tackles and 57.0 sacks from his 13-year career, most recently playing for the Baltimore Ravens in 2025.
  • Minnesota begins its 2026 regular season on September 13 against the Green Bay Packers, where Van Noy will provide depth alongside starters Dallas Turner and Andrew Van Ginkel.
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