Vikings Sign Veteran Punter Johnny Hekker to One-Year Deal

The Minnesota Vikings have signed 36-year-old punter Johnny Hekker to a one-year contract. Hekker, a four-time Pro Bowler and member of the NFL’s 2010s All-Decade Team, spent the 2025 season with the Tennessee Titans, where he averaged 46.8 yards per punt with a 40.3-yard net. With 1,041 career punts, Hekker brings extensive experience to the Vikings' specialist group following the departure of Ryan Wright.