Minnesota Vikings sign DB Josh Metellus to contract extension

by: Nick Kosko • 54 minutes ago • nickkosko59

The Minnesota Vikings signed defensive back Josh Metellus to a contract extension as training camp gets into full swing. The team announced the deal Saturday.

The former Michigan standout was set to enter his sixth season with the franchise. Now, he’s here for the foreseeable future on a three-year, $36 million deal with the Vikings.

Metellus said he was blessed to have the ability to play at a high level. And for the former sixth round draft pick, he couldn’t envision another place to be.

“First off, thank the Lord,” Metellus said Saturday. “I mean these God given abilities, I wouldn’t be here without him. Shout out to Mark and Zygi. Since day one, you know, those guys have done whatever they can to help this organization move in the right direction … My wife, my kids, my mom, my family, the people who are in my circle, thank you for being here and helping me get to this moment. The city of Minnesota, I’m here, baby, I’m here. I love it here, and it’s great to be here to see you guys, and you know, to further this relationship, like I said, I genuinely love it here. And this, this place is home for me …

“The way I came up, the way I was brought up, you know, young kid from North Miami Beach, and to be here now, standing in front of you guys and showing that hard work through pays off. It’s special, and I’m just extremely grateful.”

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