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Rick Spielman explains why the Vikings released Ryan Longwell

Rick Spielman says the decision to release Ryan Longwell, "fits in with everything else we were honed in on this offseason." Specifically, getting better and younger. The Vikings' GM also wanted to give Longwell a fair chance at finding another kicking opportunity.
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Rick Spielman says the decision to release Ryan Longwell, "fits in with everything else we were honed in on this offseason." Specifically, getting better and younger. The Vikings' GM also wanted to give Longwell a fair chance at finding another kicking opportunity.

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