The Minnesota Vikings have signed linebacker Anthony Barr to their practice squad. Barr, who will wear No. 54, sought permission from Eric Kendricks to wear the number. Brian Flores, the defensive coordinator, discussed how Barr fits into the team's defense after the loss of linebacker Jordan Hicks to injured reserve.
Anthony Barr will wear No. 54 for the Vikings. He called Eric Kendricks to get his blessing before settling on the new number.
Anthony Barr said he called former teammate Eric Kendricks to get his blessing to wear No. 54 in his return to Minnesota. Barr’s former No. 55 is worn by LB Andre Carter.
Brian Flores discussed the "big loss" of linebacker Jordan Hicks, who was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, and how he sees Anthony Barr fitting into his defense https://t.co/TjAXWO90ci
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In other news the Vikings have officially signed Anthony Barr to the practice squad. Will be interesting to talk to defensive coordinator Brian Flores today to see what the plan is moving forward.
A source confirms that the Vikings are indeed signing linebacker Anthony Barr. He will start on the practice squad for now.