Taylor Mehlhaff News

Vikings defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier always dreads the final cutdown before the regular season.

The Minnesota Vikings have trimmed their roster by releasing kicker Taylor Mehlhaff, cornerback Derrick Roberson, running back Antone Smith and guard Nick Urban.

Heath Farwell had seen this type of special-teams coverage before. Two years ago, Farwell was flying all over the field, making tackles for the Vikings, making sure there weren't many costly returns by opponents.

Highlights: Sage Rosenfels' throw on an out route to Vinny Perretta resulted in a great catch by the rookie free agent, who went down low to get the ball near the sideline.

Aberdeen native Taylor Mehlhaff is one of those hoping to make the Vikings roster at training camp in Mankato.

For the past couple of seasons, linebackers Ben Leber and Chad Greenway have given the Vikings a South Dakota flavor.

Aberdeen native Taylor Mehlhaff is one of those hoping to make the Vikings roster at training camp in Mankato.

Aberdeen native Taylor Mehlhaff is preparing for his first season as a Minnesota Viking.

As the Saints - and fans - count down the days until training camp begins , we'll take the time to release our Seven Questions series.

Death, taxes, and Kevin Houser snapping the ball on special teams for the Saints.