Vikings extend backup safety, special teamer Josh Metellus
MINNEAPOLIS -- The Minnesota Vikings are extending backup safety Josh Metellus, also a core special teamer.
The team announced the multi-year contract extension Thursday.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports it's a two-year extension worth up to $13 million, with $6 million guaranteed.
Metellus was a sixth round pick by the Vikings in 2020 out of Michigan. He made his first three career starts at safety last season and snatched his first interception.
Metellus plays most of his snaps on special teams, but with new defensive coordinator Brian Flores expected to run some more exotic packages, including three-safety looks, he should see more playing time on defense this year.
