In a surprising move yesterday the New York Giants cut former Badger linebacker Ryan Connelly as he continues to rehab from tearing his ACL a year ago.
I wrote about why the move didn’t make much sense, as Connelly showed a lot during his four games on the field and figures to be a productive starter for years to come.
Well, it didn’t take long for him to find a new NFL home as the Minnesota Vikings claimed the former Badger off waivers earlier today.
The Vikings claimed former #Badgers LB Ryan Connelly. Didn't take long for him to get on a 53.
— Dave Heller (@dave_heller) September 6, 2020
Connelly was the only Wisconsin product who was claimed during the waiver process as the others will likely sign with a practice squad and wait for a roster spot to open up.
The Vikings are getting a good one in Connelly, though, as he works to come back from last year’s ACL injury and return to playing stellar defense on the football field.
Stay tuned in to BadgersWire as we follow Connelly and every former Badger in the NFL when the season kicks off this Thursday.