ERIC WILSON #55 - LINEBACKER - MINNESOTA VIKINGS
108  TCKL  •
0  INT  •
6.5  SCK 
#55 - LINEBACKER - MINNESOTA VIKINGS
108 TCKL
0 INT
6.5 SCK
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Vikings defense delivers 'needed' performance in Eric Wilson's latest Detroit homecoming Linebacker Eric Wilson had two of the Vikings’ five sacks and helped neutralize the Lions’ potent running game.
NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Eric Wilson Picks Up Another Sack Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson earns his second sack of Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff.
NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM
Eric Wilson Sacks Leads To Lions Punt Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson tallies the Vikings second sack of Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff, forcing the Lions to punt.
NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM
Logs 10 tackles in Week 8 defeat Wilson finished Thursday's loss to the Chargers with 10 tackles (six solo).
Impact One of Wilson's stops came on special teams, while the others came on defensive plays. The veteran linebacker finished second on Minnesota in tackles and reached the double-digit mark for the first time this season. Wilson has tallied 51 tackles, including 1.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles through seven contests on the campaign.
OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings making bad habit of situational struggles, with red zone woes the latest to land on the list

The Minnesota Vikings under coach Kevin O’Connell have focused and prided themselves on situational mastery from third downs to special teams to the red zone
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press
Impressive in Week 7 loss Wilson recorded six total tackles (one solo), including 1.5 sacks, in Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Eagles.
Impact Wilson maintained his high level of play in Week 7, finishing second on the team in takedowns behind safety Josh Metellus. The linebacker was also able to get to Jalen Hurts on two different occasions, securing his first 1.5 sacks of year. Wilson has now produced 41 total tackles (19 solo), including 1.5 sacks, while also adding two forced fumbles over six games this season. He also maintained his starting role with the return of Blake Cashman, as Ivan Pace moved to the bench.
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Impressive in Week 7 loss Wilson recorded six total tackles (one solo), including 1.5 sacks, in Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Eagles.
Impact Wilson maintained his high level of play in Week 7, finishing second on the team in takedowns behind safety Josh Metellus. The linebacker was also able to get to Jalen Hurts on two different occasions, securing his first 1.5 sacks of year. Wilson has now produced 41 total tackles (19 solo), including 1.5 sacks, while also adding two forced fumbles over six games this season.
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Eric Wilson's Sack of Jalen Hurts Goes For 7-Yard Loss Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson fights through a holding penalty and drops Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts for a 7-yard...
OCTOBER 19, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM
Leads Minny with nine stops Wilson tallied nine tackles (four solo) during the Vikings' 21-17 win over the Browns on Sunday.
Impact Wilson led the Vikings in tackling Sunday and was one of three Minnesota players to play all 70 defensive snaps. Wilson has played every single defensive snap in three of the last four games, and the veteran linebacker has accumulated 35 tackles (18 solo) and two forced fumbles through the first five games of the regular season.
OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Leads Minny with nine stops Wilson tallied nine tackles (four solo) during the Vikings' 21-17 win over the Browns on Sunday.
Impact Wilson led the Vikings in tackling Sunday and was one of three Minnesota players to play all 70 defensive snaps. Wilson has played every single defensive snap in three of the last four games, and the veteran linebacker has accumulated 35 tackles (18 solo) and two forced fumbles through the first five games of the regular season.
OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Productive again in starting role Wilson had nine total tackles and a tackle for a loss in Sunday's loss to Pittsburgh in Dublin.
Impact Wilson is started at inside linebacker with Blake Cashman (hamstring) sidelined and had another productive game. He has 21 total tackles and two forced tackles over his last three games while in a starting role.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings Weekly: Reactions to Isaiah Rodgers' Big Game, Mic'd Up Moments, Playing Steelers in Dublin Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett breaks down the Vikings big win over the Bengals, defensive coordinator Brian Flores discusses...
SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM
Eric Wilson Mic'd Up During Vikings Win Over Bengals Vikings LB Eric Wilson was mic'd up during the team's 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3 of the 2025 NFL season.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM
Vikings Weekly: Jared Allen's Hall of Fame Ring Ceremony, Carson Wentz Stepping Up, Bengals Game & More Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett breaks down Vikings Legend Jared Allen receiving his Hall of Fame ring, linebacker Eric Wilson...
SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM
Eric Wilson Talks Making Big Plays, Forcing Turnovers, Wearing Green Dot, Dealing with Adversity Vikings LB Eric Wilson joined Vikings Entertainment Network's Tatum Everett to discuss taking pride in making big plays and forcing turnover...
SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM
Minnesota Vikings Team Press Conferences | Week 2 vs. Falcons | September 14 Minnesota Vikings players S Josh Metellus, OLB Dallas Turner, WR Adam Thielen and LB Eric Wilson addressed the media after the team's Week 2...
SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM
Minnesota Vikings Team Press Conferences | Week 2 vs. Falcons | September 14
SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • YOUTUBE
Can't-Miss Play: Vikings win scramble for loose football after London's sudden fumble Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson forces a fumble from Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • NFL.COM
J.J. McCarthy & Eric Wilson arriving for Sunday Night Football
SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • YOUTUBE
Joshua Metellus on Eric Wilson's Impact, Vikings Depth on Defense, Preparing for Falcons Game Vikings S Joshua Metellus addressed the media from TCO Performance Center on September 11 ahead of the Week 2 matchup against the Falcons.
SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM
Likely to start in place of Cashman Wilson is expected to step into a starting role at inside linebacker Sunday versus the Falcons, with Blake Cashman (hamstring) in line to miss time, Kevin Seifert of ESPN reports.
Impact Wilson was productive off the bench Week 1 against the Bears, racking up five total tackles, a tackle for a loss and a QB hurry while playing 25 of 67 defensive snaps after Cashman's early exit. Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said Wednesday that Cashman (hamstring) is expected to miss time, positioning Wilson to start Sunday Night Football versus Atlanta in Week 2, and potentially longer.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Minnesota Vikings Team Press Conferences | Week 1 vs. Chicago Bears | Wednesday, September 10 Vikings players Jonathan Allen, Eric Wilson, Isaiah Rodgers, Dallas Turner, and Jay Ward addressed the media from the TCO Performance Center...
SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings LB Blake Cashman will miss multiple weeks with hamstring injury

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman will miss several weeks with a hamstring injury
SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press
Makes impact off bench Wilson had five total tackles, a tackle for a loss and a QB hurry in Monday's win over Chicago.
Impact Wilson played on 25 of the defense's 67 snaps as he got increased playing time with Brian Cashman suffering a hamstring injury. Wilson could move into the starting lineup this week against Atlanta if Cashman is sidelined.
SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings' hero saved Week 1 in style (and it wasn't J.J. McCarthy) Veteran LB Eric Wilson made the difference on MNF, blocking a punt and steadying the defense in the Minnesota Vikings’ dramatic win over the...
SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM
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