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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 2
3 Vikings Who Could Still Be on the Chopping Block to Begin September (Including Zemaiah Vaughn)

3 Vikings Who Could Still Be on the Chopping Block to Begin September (Including Zemaiah Vaughn)

If the last day and a half has taught us anything, it’s that the initial 53-man roster is anything but permanent. Quarterback Max Brosmer and wide receiver Dillon Bell were both released to make room for waiver additions offensive guard Trevor Keegan and center Nick Samac.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 26
Dwight McGlothern's Departure Opens Door for Zemaiah Vaughn to Make Vikings' 53-Man Roster

Dwight McGlothern's Departure Opens Door for Zemaiah Vaughn to Make Vikings' 53-Man Roster

Just days before the annual 53-man roster deadline, the Vikings waived cornerback Dwight McGlothern with an injury designation on Wednesday. This transaction allowed Minnesota to sign another player, but it may also have opened up a spot on the team's 53-man roster.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 29

Vikings Sign CB Zemaiah Vaughn To Active Roster

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have signed CB Zemaiah Vaughn to the 53-man roster from the practice squad. In correspondence, the Vikings have placed DL Elijah Williams on injured reserve.

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Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 28, 2025

Out of Nowhere Viking is Turning Heads Early

For some, undrafted corner Zemaiah Vaughn is an out of nowhere Viking, a player whom casual fans aren’t particularly familiar with going into 2025. Maybe that should change.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 11, 2025
Vikings UDFA profile: Utah CB Zemaiah Vaughn is a lanky underdog story

Vikings UDFA profile: Utah CB Zemaiah Vaughn is a lanky underdog story

With Vikings training camp coming up, we're going to help you prepare by introducing you to some of the unheralded names on the roster: the undrafted rookies.

The Vikings’ Trail of Clues for an Unheralded Defender Pushing for a Roster Spot

Upon first glance, UDFA corner Zemaiah Vaughn possesses an uphill battle to get onto the final roster, but the Vikings’ trail of clues leave one with the impression that the young fella has a chance.

College Football News / Utah Utes on SI / April 27, 2025
Utah cornerback Zemaiah Vaughn signs as a free agent with Minnesota

Utah cornerback Zemaiah Vaughn signs as a free agent with Minnesota

Utah cornerback Zemaiah Vaughn parlayed a strong showing at the Big 12 Pro Day into a free agent contract with the Minnesota Vikings that was announced

Utah Running Utes News / Utah Utes on SI / November 29, 2024
Watch: Utah's Zemaiah Vaughn 60-yard pick-six vs. UCF

Watch: Utah's Zemaiah Vaughn 60-yard pick-six vs. UCF

The Utah Utes struck early against UCF, taking a 10-0 lead on a spectacular 60-yard pick-six by Zemaiah Vaughn. The play reinforced Utah's reputation as the nation's premier team at turning defense into offense.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / November 14, 2024
Zemaiah Vaughn Breaks Silence After Controversial Penalty Against BYU

Zemaiah Vaughn Breaks Silence After Controversial Penalty Against BYU

SALT LAKE CITY-Utah's veteran cornerback Zemaiah Vaughn was on the wrong side of a defensive holding penalty that ultimately led to BYU's game-winning field goal.

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