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Vikings sign rookie wideout; Harvin returns

Two developments at the Vikings' Organinzed Team Activities today in Eden Prairie. Minnesota filled out its roster to the maximum of 90 players by adding undrafted rookie WR A.J. Love (South Florida). The Vikings also announced that Percy Harvin is back on the field, taking part in practice.
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Two developments at the Vikings' Organinzed Team Activities today in Eden Prairie. Minnesota filled out its roster to the maximum of 90 players by adding undrafted rookie WR A.J. Love (South Florida). The Vikings also announced that Percy Harvin is back on the field, taking part in practice.

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