Well, Slick Rick keeps doing his thing. The Vikings have signed Xavier Woods to be the starting safety alongside Harrison Smith. The reports are that Woods can make up to $2.25 million. It’s a one-year deal that only counts for $1.75 million on the cap, though.
The secondary has come a long way since free agency began. Adding Patrick Peterson and Mackensie Alexander greatly improves the corners. Losing Anthony Harris is definitely discouraging, but Woods will provide a steady, veteran presence that helps the secondary. The Vikings, quite evidently, made it a priority to improve their defense.