JOSHUA METELLUS NEWS

Josh Metellus Emerges as Versatile Chess Piece in Vikings' Secondary Metellus is a key special teams leader who ended last season as a team captain.

JUNE 12, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Vikings WR Jalen Nailor takes step forward, Josh Metellus impresses and more from OTAs Safety Cam Bynum will likely play multiple positions in Brian Flores' new defense, while Metellus is getting snaps with the first string.

MAY 31, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Can't-Miss Play: Josh Metellus' blocked punt gives Vikes possession at Pack 1-yard line Minnesota Vikings safety Josh Metellus blocks a punt by Green Bay Packers punter Pat O'Donnell that gives the Vikings the ball at the Packer...

JANUARY 1, 2023 • NFL.COM

Can't-Miss Play: Josh Metellus comes up with HUGE punt block in fourth quarter Minnesota Vikings safety Josh Metellus bursts through the New York Giants' line and comes up with a huge punt block in the fourth quarter.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • NFL.COM

Postgame Sound: Josh Metellus Josh Metellus addressed the media following Sunday's game against the Lions.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • VIKINGS.COM

Will start Week 14 Metellus will start Sunday's matchup against the Lions in the absence of Harrison Smith (neck), Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Metellus will draw his second start of the season in the absence of Smith. Last time he operated as a starter (Week 3 against Detroit), Metellus recorded 11 tackles (10 solo), two pass defenses and one interception while playing every single defensive snap.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Who's the most underrated Viking? Every pitch for the honor has a catch On the NFL Insider: A brief locker room discussion lands on a familiar position and number.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Moves back to reserve role Metellus had two total tackles in Sunday's win over New Orleans in London.

Impact Metellus played on just four of the defense's 60 snaps as he moved back to a reserve role with Harrison Smith returning from a concussion. Metellus started at free safety in Week 3 and had 11 total tackles, an interception and two pass defensed.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

The Audible: The Vikings Audible: Cam Bynum & Josh Metellus On Earning Their Starts, First Interceptions | Full Episode On this edition of the Vikings Audible, vikings.com's Gabe Henderson is joined by Cam Bynum & Josh Metellus.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • VIKINGS.COM

The Vikings Audible: Cam Bynum & Josh Metellus On Earning Their Starts, First Interceptions | NO | Week 4 Welcome back to The Vikings Audible presented by 3M. It's Week 4 and the Vikings are invading London this week for their matchup vs the New...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings Snap Counts vs. Lions: Tight End Usage, Josh Metellus, Jalen Reagor Observations on the Vikings’ snap count numbers from their victory over the Lions.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Gets start at free safety Metellus started at free safety and had 11 total tackles, an interception and two pass defensed in Sunday's win over Detroit.

Impact Metellus got the start with Harrison Smith sidelined due to a concussion and had a strong game by allowing just four receptions on five targets for a total of 23 yards and just one missed tackle, according to Pro Football Focus. He could continue to have a large role if Smith remains sidelined in Week 4.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Metellus Shines Light on Postpartum Depression with Cleats Minnesota Vikings Latest News

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM

Active to face 49ers Metellus (undisclosed) is active for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Chad Graff of The Athletic reports.

Impact Metellus practiced in a limited fashion after getting activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, but he has been deemed as fit enough to feature in this contest. His presence should boost the Vikings' depth on defense.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Activated, questionable for Week 12 Metellus (undisclosed) has been activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list and is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup with the 49ers, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official web...

Impact Metellus practiced in limited fashion after getting activated Friday. He is looking to return from a one-game absence. More clarity on his status will be gained closer to kickoff.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on reserve/COVID-19 list Metellus was added to the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday.

Impact The 23-year-old will likely miss Sunday's contest against the Packers. As Metellus mostly operates as a special teams option, the Vikings won't have a massive void to fill.

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to special teams Metellus didn't have a tackle in Sunday's overtime loss to the Bengals.

Impact He played 18 snaps, all on special teams. He begins the season as a reserve safety and may be limited to special teams barring injuries to starters.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cooking with Dalvin: Vikings ground game going strong

Dalvin Cook showed up for his postgame interview in Green Bay wearing dark shades

NOVEMBER 3, 2020 • Associated Press

Bumps to active roster The Vikings promoted Metellus to the active roster from the practice squad Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact The rookie sixth-round pick looks like he'll get a chance to make his NFL debut against the Colts on Sunday. If the Vikings choose to make him active, Metellus could contribute on special teams and as a depth safety.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Draft pick cut loose Metellus was waived by the Vikings on Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact The Vikings took 15 players in the 2020 NFL Draft so it shouldn't be entirely surprising to see Metellus, the team's second sixth-round selection, hit the waiver wire. The expectation is Metellus will land on the team's practice squad although it's possible a team in need of rangy secondary depth could look to pick up the Michigan product instead.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings waive S Josh Metellus Another of the team’s draft picks is out

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • DAILYNORSEMAN.COM

Vikings Training Camp Live Featuring S Josh Metellus - August 25 Watch a live recap of the day that was at the TCO Performance Center with members of the Vikings Entertainment Network bringing you insights...

AUGUST 25, 2020 • VIKINGS.COM