Risner returns on a one-year deal and should be expected to start at left guard.
, saying he had earned the opportunity to start at left guard for Minnesota. That's a good example of why NFL team's actions are always more interesting than their words. On Wednesday, the Vikings agreed to a deal to bring back sixth-year veteran Dalton Risner, who was their starting LG for the final 11 games of last season. It's a one-year deal for Risner, who will presumably step back into the starting lineup and push Brandel back to a valuable utility backup role.
More than anything, Risner is an experienced player who provides a high floor of pass protection ability at the left guard position. He isn't an elite run blocker, but he's very solid when it comes to anchoring against powerful defensive tackles. Risner also became a fan favorite in Minnesota last season for his entertaining personality both on and off the field.
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