7 Football Players who Played for Raiders 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 Las Vegas Raiders 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 on both the Raiders and Vikings.
Randy Moss
Randy Moss is one of the best wide receivers of all time, known for his speed, agility, and spectacular catches. From 1998 to 2012, he played for the Minnesota Vikings, Oakland Raiders, New England Patriots, Tennessee Titans, and San Francisco 49ers.
His 1998 rookie season with the Vikings set a record with 17 touchdown receptions. A record Moss broke again in 2007 with 23 touchdown catches for the Patriots.
A six-time Pro Bowler and four-time First-Team All-Pro, he accumulated 982 receptions for 15,292 yards and 156 touchdowns in his career. Moss was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018.
*Moss was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 7)
Moss Key Stats
- Hall of Fame
- 1st Team All-Pro (Vikings, Patriots)
- Pro Bowl (Vikings, Patriots)
- 1000+ Yard Receiving Season (Vikings, Raiders, Patriots)
Daunte Culpepper
Daunte Culpepper was selected 11th overall in the 1999 NFL Draft by the Vikings, Culpepper was recognized for his arm strength and mobility.
Culpepper’s 2004 season with the Vikings was one of the most productive ever by a QB, as he set a single-season record for total yardage produced by a quarterback (5123 yards) and led the NFL in passing yards (4717). His performance earned him a Pro Bowl selection, one of three he would achieve in his career (2000, 2003, 2004).
His career took a downturn following a serious knee injury in 2005, and he then bounced around with several teams including the Dolphins, Raiders, and Lions. Despite these later challenges, Culpepper left a significant mark in the NFL, ending his career with 24,153 passing yards and 149 touchdowns.
Culpepper Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Vikings)
- 3000+ Yard Passing Season (Vikings)
Cordarrelle Patterson
Cordarrelle Patterson is about to enter his 11th year in the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons. Atlanta is Patterson’s 5th team having played previously with the Vikings, Bears, Patriots and Raiders.
Patterson has been one of the top receivers in the league since being drafted by the Vikings with the 29th overall pick in the 2013 draft.
Patterson is a 4 time Pro Bowler and has been named 1st team All-Pro 3 times. A true dual threat, he has taken significant snaps as both a wide receiver and a running back throughout his career.
Patterson Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Vikings, Bears)
- Super Bowl Winner (Patriots)
Jeff George
Jeff George, known for his strong arm and vertical passing game, was an NFL quarterback who had a career spanning over a decade.
Drafted 1st overall by the Indianapolis Colts in the 1990 NFL Draft, he played there for four seasons before stints with several other teams, including the Atlanta Falcons, Oakland Raiders, Minnesota Vikings, and Washington Redskins.
George’s career was marked by impressive yardage totals, including passing for over 27,600 yards, but he faced criticism for his leadership and lack of postseason success. Despite the criticisms, his longevity and arm talent is remembered among NFL quarterback conversations.
George Key Stats
- 3000+ Passing Yard Season (Falcons, Raiders)
Latavius Murray
Latavius Murray, a running back who kicked off his career with the Oakland Raiders in 2013, served as the team’s lead back from 2014 to 2016, even earning a Pro Bowl nod in 2015 when he rushed for 1066 yards and six touchdowns.
He joined the Minnesota Vikings in 2017, where he proved to be a reliable and efficient rusher, racking up 842 yards and eight touchdowns in his best season with the team (2018).
Since 2019, Murray has bounced around with multiple teams but is always a solid contributor no matter whose backfield he’s in.
Ameer Abdullah
Ameer Abdullah, a running back with an exceptional college career at Nebraska, was drafted by the Lions in the second round of the 2015 NFL Draft. Abdullah made his presence felt with his quick acceleration and shiftiness. However, he has dealt with several injuries throughout his career, affecting his production.
Abdullah also played for the Vikings and Panthers, providing depth in the backfield and contributing on special teams, particularly in kickoff returns. Even though he hasn’t consistently been a starting running back, his versatility has allowed him to maintain a role on teams.
Yannick Ngakoue
Yannick Ngakoue is a defensive end known for his pass-rushing skills. He was drafted in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars. Ngakoue had an impactful rookie season, recording eight sacks and establishing himself as a promising talent in the league.
After a strong stint with the Jaguars, where he earned a Pro Bowl selection in 2017 and recorded 37.5 sacks, Ngakoue was traded to the Minnesota Vikings in 2020. His stay in Minnesota was short-lived, and he was subsequently traded to the Baltimore Ravens during the 2020 season.
Ngakoue then signed with the Las Vegas Raiders for the 2021 season and the Colts in 2022. Over his career thus far, Ngakoue has been a disruptive force on the defensive line, amassing 65 sacks and 21 forced fumbles.
Ngakoue Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Jaguars)
