The Vikings quickly announce their decision to sign a $67 million star before he makes contact with opponents.

The four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Danielle Hunter may have more issues with the Minnesota Vikings after they allowed her walk in free agency.

Writer La Velle E. Neal of the Star Tribune predicted that if the Vikings decide not to re-sign Hunter, he could end up with the NFC North rival Detroit Lions or Chicago Bears. Hunter is said to have a “very strong market” in free agency.

This is a very real possibility that would probably cause suffering for Purple supporters. In a column published on February 17, Neal wrote, “It would mean not only that Hunter left as a free agent, but also that the dynamic defensive end signed within the division.” “Aidan Hutchinson of Detroit and Montez Sweat of Chicago would be overjoyed to have another pass-rushing wizard on their team.

The Bears are “very high” on Hunter and have enough cap space to sign the 29-year-old, who just finished a career high in sacks (16.5), forced fumbles (4), total tackles (89), and tied for the league lead with 23 tackles for loss. This information was reported by ESPN’s Dan Graziano on February 10.

After missing half of the 2021 season due to a torn pectoral injury and the entire 2020 season due to a neck injury, Hunter’s health was questioned. However, over the last two years, he has participated in every game.

In order to prevent the Lions or Bears from assembling one of the most potent pass rush tandems in the league with Hunter, Neal pushed the Vikings to reach an agreement on a contract extension with the player.

“All they have to do is sign Hunter to a contract extension to eliminate the possibility of him haunting the Vikings,” Neal wrote.