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On YouTubePittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 22
Steelers part ways with 11 players
Where should these player land?
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / August 20
Finally, An Ex-Vikings Pass Rusher Gets Another NFL Opportunity 
Were it not for health concerns, ex-Vikings pass rusher Kenny Willekes may have already found employment in the NFL. Better late than never, I suppose.
The 'NFL all-time rushing leaders' quiz
In NFL history, 32 players have rushed for 10,000 or more yards over the course of their careers. How many of the 32 can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Sporting News / August 19
Ex-Spartan, former Vikings’ DE getting third shot at NFL with Steelers after UFL campaign
Former Michigan State walk-on defensive end Kenny Willekes is no stranger to high stakes, or to injuries. The beginning of Willekes’ professional career may have been plagued by injuries, causing the Vikings to waive him twice, but the Spartan alum is getting another shot.
Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?
The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.
NFL News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / August 19
Former Spartan Star Returning to NFL
The story continues for former Michigan State star defensive end Kenny Willekes. Willekes has signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the club announced on Tuesday .
NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / August 19
Steelers Sign Former Vikings DL
The Pittsburgh Steelers are signing a defensive lineman with experience in both the NFL and UFL. On Tuesday, the team announced that they signed Kenny Willekes while waiving/injuring offensive tackle Gareth Warren.
NFL News / Pro Football Talk / August 19
Steelers sign LB Kenny Willekes
The Steelers have made a pair of roster moves on Tuesday. Pittsburgh announced the club has signed linebacker Kenny Willekes. A Vikings seventh-round pick in 2020, Willekes appeared in six games for Minnesota in 2021.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 19
Steelers Sign LB Kenny Willekes
The Pittsburgh Steelers announced they have signed LB Kenny Willekes to a contract. In correspondence, the Steelers have waived OT Gareth Warren with an injury designation.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / June 29
Former Vikings Defender Wants to Return to the NFL
As we enter the summer, players around the NFL fight with each other for the coveted 53 roster spots. Some others, however, need to get that chance as they are still unsigned.
UFL News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / June 15
Former Spartan Misses UFL Championship Game as Panthers Fall Short
Former Michigan State defensive end Kenny Willekes wasn't able to help the Michigan Panthers in their final attempt at a UFL title as they fell, 58-34, to the DC Defenders in the UFL Championship on Saturday night.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / May 12
Former Spartan Defensive Lineman Among Best in United Football League
Kenny Willekes has a great story in terms of Michigan State football. The former walk-on turned scholarship player made plenty of plays during his time
Former Spartan Willekes Shines for Michigan Panthers
After a brief stint in the NFL, former Michigan State Spartans defensive end Kenny Willekes has found a home with a local professional football team in Detroit.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / April 16
Ex-Vikings Draft Pick Dominates in UFL
Spring leagues like the UFL have a long tradition, but they rarely stick around for too long. The UFL might have a chance, though. The NFL has copied some of its rules, like the kickoff, and the fact that about 30,000 people watch the St.
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