EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have waived rookie kicker Daniel Carlson, after the fifth-round draft pick pulled all three of his field-goal attempts wide right at Green Bay.
Two of Carlson's misses came in overtime on Sunday, forcing the Vikings to settle for a 29-29 tie with the rival Packers. Carlson was promptly cut on Monday, as the Vikings signed wide receiver Aldrick Robinson.
When asked by a reporter how the Vikings reached the decision, coach Mike Zimmer said, "Did you see the game?"
The Vikings didn't immediately add a replacement for Carlson, but Zimmer confirmed they've invited free agent Dan Bailey to Minnesota for a physical exam.