Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer announced that the Vikings signed free agent running back Ronnie Hillman on Wednesday morning in his weekly press conference.
The news followed Zimmer’s confirmation that Adrian Peterson will undergo surgery on his torn meniscus.
Hillman was released by the Denver Broncos on Sept. 3 after four seasons with the team.
The speedy halfback is excited to learn the playbook and find his role in Minnesota.
Hillman has 1,842 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns through 48 regular-season games played for the Broncos.
Here are five things to know about the Vikings newest running back:
Hillman was a part of the Denver Broncos 2015 Super Bowl team.