Minnesota Vikings
Matt Kalil - #75 - T
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 7"/ 308 lbs. |
| Birthday | 07/06/1989 |
| Birthplace | Corona, CA |
| College | USC |
| Years played | 2 |
| Drafted | 2012, 1st round, 4th pick by Vikings |
Jury gets fatal accident case of ex-Viking's wife
A jury began deliberations Tuesday in the vehicular homicide trial of the wife of ex-Viking Joe Senser and recessed without a verdict.
Report: Vikings release RB King
The Vikings cut RB Caleb King, who was released from jail on Tuesday after being arrested Saturday, according to Jeremy Fowler of the Pioneer Press.
Discussions for Vikings stadium without roof being discussed
There is a proposal being discussed among some Republican legislators in Minnesota for an open-air stadium to reduce the cost of a new stadium for the Vikings.
Vikings' new OL transformation shouldn't be difficult
The Vikings are comfortable moving Charlie Johnson to left guard after drafting OLT Matt Kalil in Round One.
Vikings strike again, land starting safety Smith
Rick Spielman landed two starters in Day One of the NFL draft, adding S Harrison Smith to a troubled secondary.
Vikings trade, then opt for positional value
The stories will say that the Vikings selected their left tackle of the present and future in Matt Kalil, but that’s only part of the story.
Browns trade up to No. 3 pick
The Browns have traded up and swapped picks with the Vikings to acquire the No. 3 overall pick in the 2012 NFL draft.
Minn. GOP lawmakers want game-tied stadium taxes
A handful of Minnesota lawmakers said Monday that the state's portion of the cost of a new Vikings stadium should be funded with new taxes on the team and its fans.
Vikings players hit Capitol as stadium votes near
Three Vikings players joined in a lobbying effort at Minnesota's Capitol, urging legislators to approve funds for a new stadium.
Senser: Wife said she struck construction cone
In his wife's trial on criminal vehicular homicide charges, ex-Vikings TE Joe Senser testified that she told him she had hit a construction cone, not a person.
Report: Vikings agree to terms with WR Simpson
The Vikings agreed to terms on a one-year deal with former Bengals WR Jerome Simpson, Fox Sports’ Jay Glazer first reported.
The First Fifteen: Draft insights
We take a look at key story lines leading up to the first round of the draft, including the top QBs, the Alabama starting five and the likely biggest bust position.
Report: WR Simpson faces three-game suspension
The NFL will suspend former Bengals WR Jerome Simpson for three games, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported.
Minnesota Senate revives hope for Vikings stadium
After Roger Goodell met with Minnesota politicians Friday, a state Senate committee passed a public subsidy for a new Vikings stadium.
Goodell talks with Minnesota governor about stadium
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and Steelers owner Art Rooney II met with Minnesota lawmakers on Friday to discuss the stadium issue.
PLAYER NEWS
Kalil is headed to Hawaii after all. Kalil was added to the NFC's Pro Bowl roster Friday to replace Washington Redskins tackle Trent Williams, who was hurt in a brawl at a Honolulu nightclub.|||||||
Kalil was the fourth overall draft pick last April and immediately established himself as a top player at one of the game's most important positions. He helped pave the way for Adrian Peterson to rush for 2,000 yards and usually faced the opponent's top pass rusher as the protector for Christian Ponder's blind side. He is the fourth Vikings rookie to make the Pro Bowl since 2007.
The Minnesota Vikings have signed Kalil, their top draft pick and the last player from their 2012 draft class to reach a contract.|||||||
Terms weren't disclosed Thursday, one day before the team opens training camp in Mankato. Kalil was the fourth choice overall from Southern California.
