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Vikings Sign Kyle Van Noy, Place Josh Oliver on IR

The Minnesota Vikings bolstered their defense by signing veteran linebacker Kyle Van Noy to the active roster, while placing tight end Josh Oliver on injured reserve.

Van Noy, who joined the practice squad before the season, has totaled seven tackles, including four for loss, and 1.5 sacks during his elevation. The team also promoted quarterback Max Brosmer from the practice squad. truewildgame.online

In other roster moves, Minnesota terminated the contract of punter Johnny Hekker and released running backs Jerome Ford and Jaret Patterson. The Vikings subsequently signed linebacker Kenny Dyson Jr. to their practice squad.