Vikings looking to bolster defensive line depth
The Minnesota Vikings have been fairly quiet since the NFL Draft ended just a few weeks ago. They have also discussed moving towards more of a rotation for the defensive line.
Former #Colts and #Saints DL David Parry has signed with the #Vikings, source said. Important depth with upside at a key spot.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 16, 2018
Parry seems to have had some issues in his short NFL career. Still only 26. pic.twitter.com/g9oysCXOEo
— Myles Gorham (@MylesGorham85) May 16, 2018
The team has made the signing of former Indianapolis Colts 5th Round pick David Parry official. They have waived defensive tackle Dylan Bradley in order to make room for the signing of Parry.
The #Vikings have signed DT @DavidParry58 and released DT Dylan Bradley.
📰: https://t.co/opwqXJJjPn pic.twitter.com/73ERQsy71B
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) May 16, 2018
Parry, has played with both the Colts and Saints. This will be his third team in four years. In 2015, Parry posted his best season in the NFL. Playing and starting in all 16 games, he posted 34 total tackles and three sacks.
Parry does not come to the team without baggage, though. Ian Rapoport mentioned below that Parry served a 4-game suspension at the end of the 2017 season.
A starter for the #Colts, Parry recently served a 4-game suspension following a guilty plea for disorderly conduct and attempted unlawful means of transportation. Was considered an up-and-coming talent in Indy. https://t.co/PGqQsGGsE9
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 10, 2018
Parry brings some needed depth to the interior defensive line for the Vikings. The signing could also kick Jaleel Johnson back to the 3-tech position behind Sheldon Richardson.
Good news for the team if they can get some rotational production from Parry.
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