LB Eric Wilson
Wilson seems like the probable candidate to play linebacker alongside Eric Kendricks and Anthony Barr.
Though that is technically a starting position, the Vikings play the nickel package so much — where they take a linebacker off the field and add a defensive back — that it’s probably a relatively inconsequential position.
However, some of the reason the Vikings have been able to play the nickel so much is because the team had a good nickel corner: Mackensie Alexander.
Now that Alexander is gone, Wilson could see more time if the young Vikings corners aren’t ready and the team utilizes a 4-3 base more often.
Either way, he’s shown to be a really good special teams player and a decent third option at linebacker.
Decision: Re-sign if they have the money