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96 days until Vikings season opener: Every player to wear No. 96

It’s the final countdown…

Well, sort of.

The Minnesota Vikings will kick off their 2023 regular season in 96 days at home against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sept. 10.

From now until then, we will take a trip down memory lane and count each day by revisiting the players that have worn that specific jersey number.

The number is currently worn by defensive tackle Ross Blacklock, who was disappointing last season. His spot on the roster is likely up for grabs, so this number could change places before the start of the season.

With 96 days until kickoff, here’s a look at every player to wear No. 96 with the Vikings (via Pro Football Reference):

DT Ross Blacklock (2022-present)

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DT Armon Watts (2019-2022)

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DT Tom Johnson (2018)

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DE Brian Robison (2007-2017)

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DT Ross Kolodziej (2006)

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DT C.J. Mosley (2005)

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DL Billy Lyon (2003)

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Andre O'Neal (2001)

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DT Jerry Ball (1997-1999)

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DE Skip McClendon (1992)

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DT Tim Newton (1985-1989)

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