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48 days until Vikings season opener: Every player to wear No. 48

It’s the final countdown…

Well, sort of.

The Minnesota Vikings will kick off their 2023 regular season in 48 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.

With 48 days until kickoff, here’s a look at every player to wear No. 48 with the Vikings (via Pro Football Reference):

LB Blake Lynch (2020-2022)

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FB Zach Line (2013-2016)

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RB Matt Asiata (2012)

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OC Matt Katula (2011)

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TE Matt Cercone (2000)

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DB Najee Mustafaa (1987-1991)

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RB Sammy Johnson (1976-1978)

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DB Larry Marshall (1974)

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HB Jim Young (1965-1966)

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