Minnesota Vikings Secure $88 Million Deal for Top Free-Agent Guard Will Fries

The Vikings also signed four-time Pro Bowl center Ryan Kelly to strengthen their offensive line.

The Minnesota Vikings signed Indianapolis Colts guard Will Fries to a five-year, $88 million contract, making him the top free-agent guard acquisition this offseason.
Fries, ranked as the No. 12 overall free agent and top guard available, brings Pro Bowl potential and strong pass and run-blocking metrics despite a recent tibia injury.
The team also signed veteran center Ryan Kelly to a two-year, $18 million deal, adding a proven leader with four Pro Bowl selections to their roster.
These acquisitions aim to address long-standing issues with the Vikings' interior offensive line, which has seen 20 different guards start since 2016.
The moves put pressure on current linemen, including Garrett Bradbury, Blake Brandel, and Ed Ingram, as the Vikings evaluate their left guard options moving forward.