Vikings bring back Pro Bowl fullback Jerome Felton
By Nam Huynh
Dec 30, 2012; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings fullback Jerome Felton (42) rushes against Green Bay Packers cornerback Tramon Williams (38) in the third quarter at the Metrodome. The Vikings win 37-34. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports
Adrian Peterson might not be happy about Percy Harvin leaving, but he’s sure to be happy to know that two of the team’s top blockers are back.
The Vikings re-signed fullback Jerome Felton Tuesday, according to Dan Wiederer of the Star Tribune.
Felton, 26, reportedly received a three-year $7.5 million deal.
Felton confirmed the signing via Twitter:
"“Thanks to MN VIKINGS!! I’m back and excited about the future!!!! #SkolVikings,” Felton tweeted."
The team re-signed right tackle Phil Loadholt earlier in the day. Following the conclusion of last season, Peterson made it well known that he wanted both Loadholt and Felton back in Minnesota .
Felton was a first-time Pro Bowler last season as the lead blocker for his MVP running back.