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Vikings release defensive linemen Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave after last year's spending spree

The Minnesota Vikings have cleared salary cap space taken by their failed strategy for contending last season by releasing defensive linemen Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave

MARCH 11 • Associated Press

Let go by Vikings Hargrave is slated to be released by Minnesota on Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Hargrave's release doesn't come as a surprise, as the team informed him of the planned transaction early March and a trade never seemed likely to materialized. The veteran defensive tackle stands to draw solid interest as a free agent.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

"Clearing cap space for a QB" "Bad decisions for Vikings": NFL fans react as Aaron Jones gets cut in $7,750,000 decision Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Minnesota Vikings have notified veteran running back Aaron Jones and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave that they will be released later this month unles...

MARCH 2 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Vikings Reportedly Considering Tagovailoa, Murray; Will Release Pair of Veterans

The Vikings appear set to undergo a roster overhaul that could see them bring in a veteran quarterback to compete with J.J. McCarthy for the...

MARCH 1 • FOX SPORTS

Vikings Reportedly Considering Tagovailoa, Murray; Will Release Pair of Veterans

Lions Better Hope Teased Vikings Release Comes True in Next Few Days When the Minnesota Vikings part ways with Javon Hargrave, the Detroit Lions could be a possible option for him in free agency this month.

MARCH 1 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Deadspin | Report: Vikings to cut RB Aaron Jones, DT Javon Hargrave barring trade Deadspin | Report: Vikings to cut RB Aaron Jones, DT Javon Hargrave barring trade

MARCH 1 • DEADSPIN.COM

Why Vikings are releasing running back Aaron Jones, defensive tackle Javon Hargrave | Sporting News The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly releasing running back Aaron Jones and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave. Here's why.

MARCH 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Set to be cut by Minnesota The Vikings informed Hargrave that he will be released at the start of the league year March 11 barring a trade, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports Sunday.

Impact Hargrave was set to enter the second and final year of his contract in 2026, but his departure will save the Vikings approximately $10.9 million in salary cap space. The veteran defensive tackle finished the 2025 regular season with 52 tackles (18 solo), including 3.5 sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery across 16 games. Once the move is official, Hargrave should draw plenty of interest from teams looking to add a veteran defensive lineman in free agency.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Javon Hargrave exit now feels inevitable for Vikings A new report is not good news for Minnesota Vikings DL Javon Hargrave, who could end up being trade bait sometime during the 2026 offseason.

FEBRUARY 24 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Vikings' next move could shake 2-time Pro Bowler's career Veteran defensive tackle Javon Hargrave has been named by The Athletic as the top salary cap casualty for the Minnesota Vikings this offseas...

FEBRUARY 17 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Notches 3.5 sacks in 10th season Hargrave recorded 52 tackles, including 3.5 sacks, along with a forced fumble and a recovered fumble over 16 games (15 starts) during the 2025 season.

Impact Hargrave was limited to just three games with San Francisco in 2024 due to a triceps injury, but he remained healthy throughout the 2025 campaign -- his first with Minnesota. However, he couldn't approach his career-high mark of 11.0 sacks, and 2.0 of the veteran defensive lineman's 3.5 total sacks came in Week 1. Hargrave signed a two-year contract last March, so he's tentatively slated to return to Minnesota for the 2026 campaign.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Do the Vikings know if McCarthy is worth committing to? His bruising, unsteady debut left a mystery

The Minnesota Vikings lost their bet this season that they could develop J

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

Ready for Thursday Hargrave (thigh) doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Thursday's game against the Lions.

Impact Hargrave logged limited practices all week with a thigh injury, and the partial participation was clearly enough to clear the defensive lineman of any injury designation. The 32-year-old is all set to suit up alongside Jalen Redmond and Jonathan Allen in the hopes of crushing the Lions' dreams of the postseason.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed limited Monday, Tuesday Hargrave (thigh) has been deemed a limited participant on Minnesota's estimated practice report both Monday and Tuesday.

Impact Hargrave didn't play against the Giants on Sunday due to the thigh injury he suffered one week earlier versus Dallas. The Vikings haven't held an actual practice yet this week, but the veteran defensive lineman's listing as limited two straight days suggests he at least has a chance of suiting up Thursday against Detroit. However, if Hargrave has to miss that game, a combination of Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins and Elijah Williams could help fill the void.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

McCarthy's hand injury leaves Vikings in lurch again with latest setback raising long-term questions

The Minnesota Vikings must ask themselves this offseason how patient they can afford to be with quarterback J

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Vikings shut down left tackle Christian Darrisaw for the rest of the season as knee trouble lingers

The Minnesota Vikings have placed left tackle Christian Darrisaw on injured reserve, ending his season early to reset his uneven recovery from reconstructive knee surgery

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play in Week 16 Hargrave (thigh) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Giants, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hargrave will sit out due to a thigh injury, which was originally termed a groin injury when he first got hurt in the Week 15 win over Dallas. He won't have much time to recover before the Vikings take the field again Thursday in Week 17. Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins could play an expanded role Sunday against the Giants in Hargrave's absence.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined by thigh injury Hargrave (thigh) did not practice Wednesday.

Impact Hargrave suffered what was termed a groin injury in Sunday night's win over the Cowboys. While he was sidelined with a thigh injury Wednesday, the issue is presumably the same. Hargrave's status looks to be in jeopardy for Sunday's matchup against the Giants.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eliminated Vikings aiming for smooth landing with McCarthy to finish turbulent season

The Minnesota Vikings have enjoyed consecutive promising performances by quarterback J

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return Sunday night Hargrave (groin) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday night's matchup with the Cowboys.

Impact The defensive tackle exited with the injury earlier in the second half. Levi Drake Rodriguez and Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins could see more snaps in his absence.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return to SNF Hargrave (groin) is questionable to return to Sunday night's contest against the Cowboys.

Impact Hargrave suffered an apparent groin injury in the second half, placing some doubt on his availability for the rest of the night. In his absence, Levi Drake Rodriguez and Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins are candidates to see an increase in workload on the defensive line.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Javon Hargrave Grabs The Fumble Recovery Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Javon Hargrave recovers a fumble by Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM

Gets sack in return to larger role Hargrave had eight total tackles, a sack and two tackles for a loss in Sunday's win at Detroit. He returned to the starting lineup after his role had been scaled back in the previo...

Impact Hargrave played on 39 of the defense's 64 snaps. He had played less than 40% of the defensive snaps the previous two weeks. He had been seen as not living up to his two-year, $30 million contract before last week, but may have turned his season around.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Javon Hargrave Records Third Sack of Season Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Javon Hargrave drops Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff for his third sack of the 2025 NFL season.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM

Lions looking to stay among NFC contenders, hosting slumping Vikings in QB J.J. McCarthy's return

The Detroit Lions are rested coming off a bye week, relatively healthy and ready to roll for a 10-game stretch to improve their positioning in the NFC

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

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