Alec Lewis reports that the Vikings are releasing seventh-round rookie RB DeWayne McBride.
McBride, 21, was a two-year starter at UAB and was named second-team All-American and first-team all-conference following the 2022 season.
The Vikings drafted McBride in the seventh round with the No. 222 overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft. He signed a four-year, $3,950,402 rookie deal that included a signing bonus of $110,402.
During his three-year college career, McBride appeared in 30 games with 14 starts. He rushed 442 times for 3,268 yards (7.4 YPC) and 35 touchdowns to go with five receptions for 29 yards.
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