Vikings sign OLB Jihad Ward after Giants release
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 1:55 AM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings have signed outside linebacker Jihad Ward following his release from the New York Giants. Ward previously joined the Vikings' practice squad on September 9 before moving to the Giants' active roster on October 1. During his time with the Vikings in 2024, he contributed significantly by playing 505 snaps and generating 31 pressures from a rotational role. To accommodate Ward's return, the Vikings released offensive tackle Tristan Leigh, an undrafted rookie from Clemson.
- •Ward re-signs with the Vikings after his October release from the Giants.
- •He played 505 snaps and recorded 31 pressures in 2024 with Minnesota.
- •Vikings release Tristan Leigh to make room for Ward.
- •Ward had previous experience with the Vikings prior to his stint with the Giants.
- 1:55 AMYahoo Sports — Vikings sign defender days after his release from the Giants
"The Vikings brought back a familiar defender after the Giants released him.
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