Linebacker Eric Wilson is staying with the Minnesota Vikings, agreeing to a three-year, $22.5 million contract ahead of NFL free agency. The deal includes $12.5 million fully guaranteed, securing the 31-year-old's future with the team where he began his career. Wilson's return comes after a remarkable 2025 season that exceeded all expectations.

Wilson transformed from a special teams contributor to a defensive centerpiece, setting career highs with 16 starts, 6.5 sacks, and four forced fumbles. His 15.3% pressure rate ranked third in the NFL after Week 1, making him indispensable to coordinator Brian Flores' aggressive scheme. The linebacker's versatility provided the Vikings with consistent performance against both run and pass.

Originally signed as an undrafted rookie in 2017, Wilson has now played nine NFL seasons with 55 total starts and 515 tackles. After stints with Philadelphia, Houston, and Green Bay, his return to Minnesota completes a full-circle career journey. The Vikings secured a proven veteran who knows their system and delivers impact in multiple phases of the game.