Vikings work out trio of running backs, sign XFL rushing leader

UPDATE: The Vikings have signed Abram Smith, according to numerous sources on social media.

The Minnesota Vikings have signed DC Defenders RB Abram Smith, per @ByMikeMitchell.

Smith led the #XFL in rushing in 2023, and will now look to make the 53 man roster in Minnesota.— Christian Paolantonio (@CPaolantonio_) August 3, 2023

Abram Smith of the @XFLDefenders signs NFL contract with the @Vikings.#XFLtoNFL | #XFL pic.