The Vikings defensive line continued to be reshaped as free agent defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson reached a deal to return to Minnesota.
Richardson, 30, was released by the Browns in April to save salary cap space after Cleveland had signed defensive end Jadeveon Clowney. After playing for the Vikings on a one-year deal in 2018, Richardson played two seasons for the Browns on a three-year, $37 million contract before he was released.
Richardson's rrival gives the Vikings' pass rush a much-needed boost. Its top threat, defensive end Danielle Hunter, returns to the team at this week's minicamp after agreeing to a restructured contract.