Football Players who Played for Browns and Vikings
There is a good chance that if you’ve found this page then you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
That also means that today’s grid has asked for players that have played for both the Cleveland Browns and Minnesota Vikings.
And, it also means that you’re probably stuck on this particular box and you’re looking for a little help. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Browns and the Vikings.
Case Keenum
Case Keenum is perhaps best known as a Minnesota Viking where he led them to the NFC Championship game during the 2017 season. That season he threw for 3547 yards and 22 touchdowns, leading to an 11-3 record as a starter and a memorable playoff run, including the “Minneapolis Miracle” touchdown pass to Stefon Diggs.
Keenum began his career as an undrafted free agent with the Houston Texans in 2012. Despite his undrafted status, Keenum has managed to carve out a substantial career, including significant starting roles for the Rams, Vikings, Broncos, and Washington Football Team.
Over his career thus far, he’s passed for over 14,800 yards and 78 touchdowns.
*Keenum was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 7 & 36)
Keenum Key Stats
- 3000+ Passing Yard Season (Vikings, Broncos)
Leroy Hoard
Leroy Hoard was drafted in the 2nd round of the 1990 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns. Hoard played in the NFL for ten seasons with the Browns, Ravens, and Vikings. His career highlights include earning a Pro Bowl selection in 1994 while with the Browns, where he rushed for 890 yards and 5 touchdowns.
Known for his hard-nosed running style, Hoard became a valuable short-yardage specialist and a reliable blocker. He amassed a total of 3,964 rushing yards, 36 rushing touchdowns, and 2,430 receiving yards with 15 receiving touchdowns over his career.
One of his most famous quotes, “If you need one yard, I’ll get you three. If you need five yards, I’ll get you three,” perfectly sums up his playing style. His willingness to grind out tough yards made him a respected figure among teammates and opponents alike.
Kelly Holcomb
Kelly Holcomb was selected as an undrafted free agent by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1995. Holcomb’s NFL career began as a backup quarterback, and he had stints with several teams, including the Colts, Browns, Bills, and Vikings.
Perhaps his best season came in 2005 with the Buffalo Bills, where he started in eight games and threw for 1,509 yards with 10 touchdowns and 8 interceptions. Holcomb finished his career with 5,916 passing yards, 39 touchdowns, and 38 interceptions.
He also played a significant role in the 2002 AFC Wild Card game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, throwing for 429 yards and 3 touchdowns in a losing effort. His 429 yards were the third-highest total in NFL playoff history at the time.
