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Vikings Free Agency: James Pierre Breakdown, Eric Wilson Extension, and Jonathan Greenard Trade Talk — On The Real Forno Show, Tyler Forness and producer Dave discuss the Vikings’ quiet start to free agency, highlighted by signing cornerback James Pierre, with Steelers beat writer Nick Farabaugh detailing Pierre’s rise from UDFA to standout special teamer and physical, disciplined cover corner who earned more snaps after Darius Slay was cut. Tyler says Pierre projects as a strong CB3 who fits Brian Flores’ scheme and improves nickel flexibility. The show also covers the possibility of a Jonathan Greenard trade amid soaring edge-rusher contracts, with Tyler arguing Greenard is vital and should only be moved for significant return. They react to Eric Wilson’s three-year, $22.5M deal as effectively two years guaranteed and a signal the Vikings reward strong play, note Ivan Pace Jr.’s tender, mention Jalen Nailor signing with the Raiders, and debate first-round draft priorities, leaning defensive tackle over safety.

00:00 Free Agency Kickoff

01:44 Meet James Pierre

02:57 Breakout Season Tape

04:41 Scheme Fit and Physicality

06:34 Run Defense and Strength

10:21 Why Steelers Moved On

12:19 Kyler Murray Rumors

14:10 Vikings Cornerback Outlook

17:45 Draft Priority Debate

22:34 Trade Up Cost Talk

26:20 Jonathan Greenard Trade Buzz

29:33 Keep Greenard Rotate Edges

30:21 Extension Math And Cap

31:10 Trade Rumors And Channel Plug

32:22 Potential Trade Destinations

36:04 Hockenson Value And Context

38:39 Why Trading Greenard Hurts

40:24 Eric Wilson Deal Breakdown

41:13 Pay Players For Future

42:06 Wilson Culture And Bargain Shopping

44:49 Jonathan Allen Pay Cut Talk

47:44 Ivan Pace Tender Explained

49:07 Nailor Payday And Fit

50:39 Ed Ingram Victory Lap

51:22 Vikings QB Watch

54:23 Wrap Up And Live Plans

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Our guest is Nick Farabaugh @FarabaughFB Steelers beat reporter @PennLive joinsTyler Forness @TheRealForno of Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and A to Z Sports @AtoZSportsNFL, with Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare producing this Vikings 1st & SKOL production, the @RealFornoShow. Podcasts partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN.

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