Eagan, Minn. (July 27, 2020) – The Minnesota Vikings have announced the following roster moves:

PLACED ON RESERVE/COVID-19:

NO.  PLAYER             POS.                 COLLEGE

64…..Blake Brandel........... T............. Oregon State

39…..Brian Cole II............. S........ Mississippi State

62…..Tyler Higby............ OL........... Michigan State

18…..Justin Jefferson.... WR............................ LSU

This new reserve list category was created for a player who either tests positive for COVID-19 or who has been quarantined after having been in close contact with an infected person or persons. If a player falls into either of these categories, their club is required to immediately place the player on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Per agreed upon NFL-NFLPA policy, clubs are not permitted to comment on player's medical status other than referring to roster status. Clubs may not disclose whether player is in quarantine or is positive for COVID-19.