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On YouTubeMinnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 30
Top Blocker Makes Debut with Vikings’ 1st-Team Offense 
The Minnesota Vikings chose an entirely different approach in this year’s offseason. After trying to improve the offensive line by swapping out one underwhelming starter for another underwhelming player, no huge jumps took place in the last decade.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 24
Vikings OL Depth Chart Comes to Light
The offensive line has been a thorn in Skol Nation’s side for far too long. This offseason, the front office said “enough” and addressed the unit more aggressively than ever before.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 23
A New Vikings Star Got the Green Light
On the second day of the legal tampering window, the Minnesota Vikings didn’t waste any time and quickly established their plans to contend for a Super Bowl in the near future by investing in the trenches, which had been the Achilles’ heel for the purple squad in the past.
The 'NFL all-time touchdown receptions leaders' quiz
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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 22
Vikings pre-camp injury updates on Christian Darrisaw, Will Fries, more
The Vikings placed a pair of injured rookies on the PUP list (physically unable to perform) on Monday. What was more notable about that news is who wasn't placed on the list.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 17
Will Fries, A Pricey Vikings Add, Just Saw His Deal Squashed
Acquiring Will Fries didn’t come cheap. On the contrary, the Vikings had to hand over a five-year deal that’s close to $88 million, at least partly due to the bidding war taking place.
Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / July 11
Analyst says Vikings' rebuilt offensive line could be NFL's best
The Vikings made a point to go out and load up their offensive line this offseason. They signed former Colts standouts Ryan Kelly and Will Fries in free agency, then used their first-round pick on Ohio State's Donovan Jackson to complete an overhauled interior trio.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / May 21
Colts shifting Matt Goncalves to guard
It does not appear the Colts are preparing position battles to replace Ryan Kelly and Will Fries. They have an obvious center successor lined up, in Tanor Bortolini, and their Fries successor is expected to also come from the 2024 draft class.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / May 21
Colts' Sparano Jr. Confirms Plan for New Starters on Line
The Indianapolis Colts lost a part of their offensive identity this offseason when starting linemen Ryan Kelly and Will Fries left in free agency. Between them, 13 years of high-level play walked out the door, leaving the Colts with a need to fill their now-vacant center and right guard roles.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / May 18
Colts' Matt Goncalves Ready for Starting Opportunity in 2025
The Indianapolis Colts lost a major contributor on their offensive line this offseason, as starting right guard Will Fries signed a massive five-year, $88 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings.
Vikings sign G Donovan Jackson, complete rookie class
With only five picks in the 2025 NFL Draft (tied with Atlanta and Washington for the fewest in the league), the Vikings didn’t have much work to do in order to finish off their rookie class signings.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Pro Football Rumors / April 24
Vikings draft G Donovan Jackson at No. 24
The Vikings were busy adding up front in free agency, and that has continued via the draft. Minnesota has selected Ohio State guard Donovan Jackson at No.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 13
All hail... the Giants? Ranking the NFL's top 10 free-agent signings
NFL free agency has been a whirlwind of big names and big contracts. The downtrodden New York Giants, who finished last season 3-14, have made two great pickups. Ranked in inverse order, here are the best deals so far.
NFL News / Last Word On Sports / March 11
Vikings agree to massive $88 million contract with offensive lineman
The former seventh-round pick has spent the entirety of his professional career with the Indianapolis Colts.
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / March 4
Colts offseason checklist: Who will be Anthony Richardson's competition at QB?
With the new league year kicking off March 12, NFL teams are already deep into planning for the offseason. Here are five moves the Indianapolis Colts should make in the coming months.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 4
Questioning wisdom of a Bears bidding war for guard Will Fries
The Sam Darnold situation in Minnesota could limit who the Bears can sign in free agency . At least it's shaping up this way, according to a report by The Athletic's Vikings beat writer, Alec Lewis . Lewis reported the Vikings were among teams who spoke at the NFL Scouting Combine to Trey Smith's agent to get a lay of the land.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / March 3
Bears at risk of losing top free agent target to division rival
The Chicago Bears will march into NFL free agency next week with plans to significantly overhaul the interior of their offensive line for the 2025 season.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / February 24
Expert Has Colts Free Agent as High 'Risk and Reward'
The Indianapolis Colts will have plenty of decisions in free agency, both for their in-house names and outside talent. One player that stands out prominently for the 'in-house' options is right guard Will Fries.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / February 19
G Will Fries expresses desire to re-sign with Colts
If the free-agent lineman has his way, he’ll return to the only NFL team he’s ever played for.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 22
AFC free-agent watch: One pending FA each team should keep
Ahead of the AFC and NFC championship games Sunday, Yardbarker NFL writers identify which pending free agents in the AFC merit a new deal with their current teams.
Indianapolis Colts News / Field Level Media / October 7
Colts place RG Will Fries (leg) on injured reserve
Indianapolis Colts right guard Will Fries was placed on injured reserve Monday with a fractured right lower leg suffered in Sunday's loss at Jacksonville.
Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 7
Colts Place G Will Fries On IR, Waive CB Dallis Flowers
The Colts announced they have placed OL Will Fries on injured reserve. Indianapolis also waived CB Dallis Flowers, giving them two open roster spots.
Indianapolis Colts News / Field Level Media / October 6
Colts G Will Fries undergoing surgery for fractured right tibia
Indianapolis Colts right guard Will Fries was carted off the field with a fractured right lower leg during the third quarter of Sunday's 37-34 loss at the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / October 6
Colts G Will Fries to undergo right leg surgery
Will Fries was carted off the field during the Colts’ Week 5 loss to the Jaguars. A long-term absence is in store for the fourth-year guard as a result.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 10, 2024
Colts' Will Fries Emerges as Strong Starting Guard in 2023
The Indianapolis Colts fell just short of the playoffs in 2023, finishing with a 9-8 record and as the third place team in the AFC South. While the end result was disappointing, there is a lot to be optimistic about with this Colts' team.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 5, 2023
Colts Found Late-Round Gem in Will Fries: Film Room
The Indianapolis Colts bested the Tennessee Titans, 31-28, in overtime last weekend to improve their season record to 7-5. The team is currently in seventh place in the conference, putting them in the driver's seat for the playoffs over these final five games.
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