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Vikings sign Andrew Van Ginkel to one-year, $23 million extension

The Vikings are locking in one of their defensive standouts for another season. Minnesota has signed Pro Bowl linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel to a one-year, $23 million contract extension, according to NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero.

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Reports: Vikings signing LB Andrew Van Ginkel to $23M extension

The Minnesota Vikings signed Pro Bowl linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel to a contract extension on Tuesday, with multiple reports saying it was a one-year, $23 million extension through the 2026 season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Vikings Extend Pro Bowl Defender With $23 Million Reward

The Minnesota Vikings ensured they kept a key member of their defense for an extra year because of his Pro Bowl-worthy performance in 2024. According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, the Vikings and linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel agreed on a one-year, $23 million extension on Tuesday.

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 29

Vikings give Pro Bowler a $23 million contract extension

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 29

Vikings make a calculated move to keep underpaid contributor happy and in Minnesota for the long term

There were a few players on the Minnesota Vikings roster who have earned extensions, and one finally got one. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and the Vikings have extended edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel for one more year, worth a whopping $23 million with nearly all of it guaranteed at $22.4 million.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 29

Lucrative Andrew Van Ginkel extension could put this player on Vikings' back-burner

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College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 29

Prized Wisconsin Badgers junior college transfer lands massive NFL payday after breakout season

The Wisconsin Badgers haven't had a lot of junior college success stories, but one of their shining examples continues to blaze a path forward. No one was quite sure what to expect when Andrew Van Ginkel transferred to UW from Iowa Western Community College in 2017, but two strong seasons in Madison made him an NFL draft pick.

Andrew Van Ginkel News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 29

Vikings Signing LB Andrew Van Ginkel To One-Year, $23M Extension

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Vikings are signing LB Andrew Van Ginkel to a one-year, $23 million extension. Schefter adds the deal includes $22.4 million in guaranteed money.

Andrew Van Ginkel News / Pro Football Rumors / April 29

Vikings agree to extension with LB Andrew Van Ginkel

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Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / April 3

Unless There’s a Fix, The Vikings Have a Prime Holdout Candidate

Kwesi Adofo-Mensah isn’t completely unfamiliar with the issues posed by a player holding out since becoming the GM of the Vikings. Danielle Hunter comes to mind, a sensational edge rusher who was at training camp but who didn’t participate (it was referred to as a “hold-in”).

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / March 22

Latest NFL Mock Draft sends Vikings new prospect that will give Brian Flores the next Andrew Van Ginkel

Over the course of the first 10 weeks of 2025, the Minnesota Vikings have been sent 41 unique players over the span of 321 different mock drafts. Of those, 167 selections have been to just 12 defenders, all of which were members of the secondary.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / February 19

Vikings selecting the next Andrew Van Ginkel would bring even more versatility to Brian Flores' defense

Going into the offseason, the Minnesota Vikings have just three official selections in the NFL Draft with a fourth likely coming with a compensatory selection in the third round.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Wire / January 26

A few former Dolphins set to play in the AFC, NFC Championships

Several former Miami Dolphins had big years en route to playoff appearances in 2024. Andrew Van Ginkel earned Pro Bowl honors in his first year with the

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 25

J.J. McCarthy and Andrew Van Ginkel start Skol clap at Wolves-Nuggets game

Minnesota Vikings rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy and linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel were in attendance the Minnesota Timberwolves-Denver Nuggets game Saturday afternoon at Target Center in Minneapolis.

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 12

Rams Offense Must Know Where Vikings LB Van Ginkel is Lined Up on Every Play

The Los Angeles Rams have been tested all season long. They have answered all the calls and have come out on top. Another test awaits them in the first playoff game.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / January 10

Three Vikings Named to Associated Press All-Pro Teams

Well-deserved, all of them The Associated Press has just announced their 2024 All-Pro Teams, and between the first and second teams three members of the Minnesota Vikings got the nod.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 9

J.J. Watt: Andrew Van Ginkel 'extremely overlooked' in DPOY discussion

Vikings outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel may not end up winning defensive player of the year, but he certainly at least belongs in the conversation.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / December 24

Vikings LB Andrew Van Ginkel named NFC Defensive Player of the Week

Aside from the holidays, there's another reason for Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel to celebrate. Van Ginkel has been named the NFC's Defensive Player of the Week for his Week 16 performance against the Seattle Seahawks.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 1

Report: Dolphins made 'no effort' to re-sign Andrew Van Ginkel

The Vikings made several defensive additions in free agency that have contributed to the team’s 4-0 start this season, but perhaps none have made more

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL Analysis Network / May 2