It’s the final countdown…
Well, sort of.
The Minnesota Vikings will kick off their 2023 regular season in 87 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.
Since being acquired via trade, tight end T.J. Hockenson currently wears No. 87 for the Vikings. The hope is that Hockenson, who needs a contract extension, will remain a Viking for a while and hold onto the number in the process.
With 87 days until kickoff, here’s a look at every player to wear No. 87 with the Vikings (via Pro Football Reference):
TE T.J. Hockenson (2022-Present)
WR Myron Mitchell (2021-2022)
TE Hale Hentges (2020)
TE MarQueis Gray (2014)
WR Bernard Berrian (2008-2011)
WR Marcus Robinson (2004-2006)
TE Byron Chamberlain (2001-2002)
TE Johnny McWilliams (2000)
TE Charlester Crumpler (1999)
TE Hunter Goodwin (1996-1998)
TE Adrian Cooper (1994-1995)
TE Mike Tice (1992-1993)
WR Leo Lewis (1981-1991)
TE Clifton Eley (1987)
WR Kevin Miller (1978-1980)
WR Clint Haslerig (1975)
TE John Beasley (1967-1973)
TE Gordie Smith (1961-1965)
