EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings on Sunday announced they have traded offensive lineman Walter Rouse to the New England Patriots.
Minnesota sent Rouse, who was a 2024 sixth-round pick, and a 2027 seventh-round selection to New England in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round pick.
Rouse began his career at tackle, but he had worked primarily at guard this preseason.
Rouse appeared in one game during his rookie season (six special teams snaps) and in seven games in 2025, when he played 88 offensive snaps and 32 on special teams.
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