Vikings adjust Isaiah Rodgers contract ahead of season opener against Packers

The Minnesota Vikings restructured the contract of starting cornerback Isaiah Rodgers on Friday to create additional salary cap space. The team converted up to $1.5 million in playtime incentives into a signing bonus for the 28-year-old defender. Rodgers, who started 15 games during the 2025 season, is set to earn $5 million this year. This financial move coincides with the return of veteran defensive back Harrison Smith to the active roster. The Vikings open their regular season schedule this Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET against the Green Bay Packers. The team enters the matchup seeking a strong start behind new starting quarterback Kyler Murray. Minnesota and Green Bay split their season series last year, with the Vikings holding the Packers to 26 total points over two meetings.

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