Jalen Redmond Isn’t the Only Vikings DT Who’s Cruising Toward a Major Pay Raise

Vikings DT1 Jalen Redmond has developed into one of the NFL’s best defensive lineman. Soon, he’s going to get a…

By K. Joudry · Vikings Territory

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 12:15 AM

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Vikings Territory argues defensive tackle Levi Drake Rodriguez is playing his way toward a major contract extension.
Rodriguez has earned a starting role alongside fellow standout defensive tackle Jalen Redmond.
The 2024 seventh-round pick is currently playing on a four-year, $4.13 million rookie contract.

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Vikings Territory writer K. Joudry argues that Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Levi Drake Rodriguez, alongside Jalen Redmond, is playing his way toward a significant contract extension. A 2024 seventh-round pick, Rodriguez has secured a starting spot along Minnesota's young defensive front, which is coached by Ryan Nielsen.

Rodriguez is playing on a four-year rookie contract totaling $4,125,988 and has recorded nine tackles, one sack, and three quarterback hits across five starts this season. The writer contends that Minnesota should consider extending him early as he continues his upward ascent.

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