Tennessee Titans tight end Nick Vannett dives for the end zone dragging New England Patriots cornerback Marco Wilson. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Vikings Sign Former Titans TE

Originally posted on Tennessee Titans on SI
By Jeremy Brener | Last updated Aug 4, 2025 4:10 PM ET

A former member of the Tennessee Titans has found a new home, according to ESPN insider Adam Schefter.

"Vikings have signed veteran TE Nick Vannett and waived T Marcellus Johnson," Schefter tweeted.

Vikings have signed veteran TE Nick Vannett and waived T Marcellus Johnson.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 4, 2025

Vannett, 32, has become a journeyman in the NFL. He spent the 2024 season with the Titans, catching 17 passes for 135 yards and a career-high three touchdowns.

The Vikings are the ninth organization Vannett has agreed to play for. If he suits up for them this season, it will mark the eighth franchise he's played for.

Vannett was a calming presence in a crowded Titans tight end room last season that often carried five tight ends. Vannett was often used as the team's blocking tight end, but he was also utilized as a pass-catcher.

Vannett made 10 starts for the Titans last season, proving he can still be a contributor in today's NFL. The Titans will have to find ways to cover for his loss with rookie Gunnar Helm, who was taken in the fourth round out of Texas.

In the meantime, Vannett have a chance to make an impact for the Vikings, who have T.J. Hockenson, Josh Oliver, Giovanni Ricci and undrafted free agents Bryson Nesbit and Ben Yurosek.

This article first appeared on Tennessee Titans on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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