The Vikings have formalized an obvious move for their offensive line.
Minnesota announced on Monday that the club has exercised left tackle Christian Darrisaw’s fifth-year option.
Darrisaw, 24, was the 23rd overall pick in the 2021 draft. He is now set to earn a projected $16 million in guaranteed salary for 2025.
In his first three seasons, Darrisaw has appeared in 41 games with 39 starts. He made 15 starts in 2023.