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Vikes Sign LB Kendricks To Extension Reportedly Worth $50M

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — The Minnesota Vikings have locked down their star linebacker, Eric Kendricks, by signing him to 5-year contract extension reportedly worth $50 million.

The team announced the move Monday morning, but did not disclose details of the contract.

According to ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter, a source told him the contract is worth $50 million with $25 million guaranteed.

In his career so far with the Vikings, Kendricks has totaled 367 tackles, 30 tackles for a loss, 26 quarterback hurries, 21 pass break-ups and two interceptions. Kendericks brought both of those interceptions back for touchdowns.