The Minnesota Vikings are continuing to add to the depth of their roster. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Vikings have re-signed backup center Austin Schlottmann. Details of the contract were not disclosed, but it’s likely a one-year deal at the league minimum or close to it, just like last year.
Schlottmann ended up starting in four games after center Garrett Bradbury ended up going down with a back injury. He played admirably, but didn’t show anything more than a backup center.
His PFF grades reflected that. Schlottmann had an overall grade of 48.7 with blocking grades of 46.1 (pass) and 55.3 (run). In his fourth start, Schlottmann broke his ankle in week 17 against the Green Bay Packers and was placed on injured reserve.
With the Vikings guaranteeing money with Chris Reed earlier this week, don’t be surprised if this deal doesn’t have any full guarantees and Schlottmann will have to fight for a roster spot.