5 Things to Know about Vikings WR Troy Stoudermire

Troy Stoudermire, a former Golden Gopher, signed with the Vikings on May 9 after participating on a tryout basis in the team’s three-day rookie minicamp.Here are five things to know about the 5-foot-10 receiver:

1. Record returnerStoudermire set the NCAA FBS record for career kickoff return yards (3,615), averaging 25.1 on 144 returns at Minnesota (2008-12). He also set school single-season records for kickoff returns (43 in 2009) and yards (1,083 in 2008).

2. Go-everywhere GopherIn addition to making an impact as a return specialist, Stoudermire played receiver and defensive back during his time with the Gophers. The Texas native totaled 35 receptions for 433 yards and three touchdowns in…