Minnesota Vikings
Erin Henderson - #50 - LB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 3"/ 244 lbs. |
| Birthday | 07/01/1986 |
| Birthplace | Aberdeen, MD |
| College | Maryland |
| Years played | 5 |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 80 | 1 | 0 |
Vikings sign OT Horn
The Vikings announced Friday that they have signed OT Levi Horn, a second-year player out of Montana.
Vikings extend training camp
The Vikings announced the dates of their training camp on Wednesday and it will stretch to three weeks long.
Vikings add DE Reed
The Vikings announced the signing of DE Nick Reed, who spent time with both the Bears and Bucs last season.
Vikings to use Gophers' stadium
The Vikings have entered into an agreement with the University of Minnesota to use TCF Bank Stadium during the construction of a new Vikings stadium.
New Vikings stadium a near certainty
The Minnesota Senate voted 36-30 on Thursday in favor of a new stadium for the Vikings. The last step is a signature from Gov. Mark Dayton.
Vikings' Peterson determined to be ready by Week One
Vikings RB Adrian Peterson, who is rehabbing from a torn ACL and MCL, said Wednesday he expects to be healthy by the season opener.
Vikings new stadium just one vote away
The Minnesota state Senate must approve a new bill that would approve the funding for a $975 million stadium that would open in 2016.
Vikings dilemma: How much is too much for stadium?
If the Vikings want a new stadium, it appears they'll have to ante up more money or else walk away from the proposal.
Minnesota Senate approves changed stadium bill
The Vikings moved one step closer to a new stadium in Minneapolis on Tuesday, as the Minnesota Senate voted in favor of a bill to finance it.
Vikings stadium bill passes Minnesota House
The Minnesota House of Representatives voted 73-58 to pass legislation for a new Vikings stadium.
Vikings release PK Longwell
The Vikings released veteran PK Ryan Longwell on Monday, the team announced. He had been with Minnesota the past six seasons.
Saints sign DT Ayodele
The Saints signed DT Remi Ayodele to a one-year contract, the team announced on Monday.
Vikings in limbo and expansion not on NFL's radar
The difficulty the Vikings are experiencing in getting a new stadium is similar to predicaments that are looming in other NFL cities.
Wife of ex-Viking guilty in hit-and-run
The wife of ex-Vikings TE Joe Senser was convicted of two felonies in a hit-and-run that killed a man in August on an interstate highway ramp.
Vikings stadium vote set for Monday
A vote will take place next Monday in the Minnesota House of Representatives to approve or deny funding for a Vikings stadium proposal.
PLAYER NEWS
Henderson has signed with the Vikes.|||||||
The team announced the deal Wednesday, the day after NFL free agency began.
Henderson will miss the game against Detroit on Sunday because of a concussion. His loss is a big one for a young and rebuilding Vikings defense. Henderson has been remaining in the game in passing situations as part of the nickel defense, and his absence will put more responsibility on middle linebacker Jasper Brinkley in the passing game. Brinkley is considered much better as a run defender.|||||||
Marvin Mitchell will start in Henderson's place.
Henderson has missed his second straight day of practice because of a concussion.|||||||
Henderson was apparently hurt in Sunday's game at Indianapolis. Coach Leslie Frazier said the team had "no indications" he had a head injury at the time. Henderson didn't complain about symptoms until Wednesday, when he told Frazier he "did not feel right."
The Minnesota Vikings have re-signed Henderson to a one-year deal.|||||||
Henderson was one of the Vikings' most consistent players on defense last season. He was fourth on the team with 91 tackles and also had eight tackles for loss in his first season as a full-time starter.
Henderson is returning to the Minnesota Vikings.|||||||
The 25-year-old linebacker has agreed to terms on a one-year deal to stay with the team that signed him as a rookie free agent in 2008. His agent group tweeted the agreement on Friday. Henderson played very well last season in his first chance as a regular starter, emerging as one of the team's most versatile defenders. Playing alongside his brother E.J., he had 91 tackles and two forced fumbles in 15 games.
