MIN Kyle Van Noy
NFL edge rusher / linebacker. Position: EDGE/LB. Team: Minnesota Vikings (pending).
Quick Facts
- Position: EDGE / Linebacker
- Team: Minnesota Vikings
- Age: 35
- Draft: 2014 (No. 40 pick, Detroit Lions)
2026 Outlook
Veteran pass rusher potentially signing with the Vikings as a free agent. At 35, Van Noy offers experience and positional versatility. He's reuniting with DC Brian Flores, with whom he previously worked in New England (2016) and Miami (2020), suggesting a fit in Flores' sophisticated defensive scheme. After recording 23.5 sacks in three seasons with Baltimore (2023-25), Van Noy could provide depth and veteran leadership on the edge, though expected to play a backup/rotation role rather than a featured position. (per pass-rusher-with-brian-flores-connection-is-still-sitting-in-nfl-free-agency-vikings-territory)
Role / Depth Chart
Backup edge rusher, rotation player. Likely to compete for reps as a pass-rush specialist in defined packages rather than a full-time starter.
Injury Status
No current injuries noted.
Recent News
- 2026-07-20 — Veteran free agent still available, discussing potential fit with Vikings under Flores (pass-rusher-with-brian-flores-connection-is-still-sitting-in-nfl-free-agency-vikings-territory)
Open Questions
- Will Van Noy sign with Minnesota or pursue other options (49ers mentioned as preference)?
- How many snaps will he realistically play at age 35 in a rotation role?
Sources
- pass-rusher-with-brian-flores-connection-is-still-sitting-in-nfl-free-agency-vikings-territory