Another NFL team was interested in George Paton before he re-signed with Broncos
The Minnesota Vikings had expressed interest in George Paton before he re-signed with the Denver Broncos on a five-year contract through 2030. Paton, who previously worked with the Vikings from 2007 to 2020, ultimately chose to remain in Denver. The Vikings also interviewed Broncos assistant GM Reed Burckhardt, another former Minnesota executive, for their GM opening.
- ▪The Minnesota Vikings had legitimate interest in George Paton before he re-signed with the Denver Broncos.
- ▪George Paton served as the Vikings' assistant GM from 2015 to 2020 before becoming the Broncos' GM in 2021.
- ▪The Vikings interviewed Broncos assistant GM Reed Burckhardt, who also has a history with Minnesota, for their GM position.
- ▪Paton signed a new five-year contract with the Broncos that extends through the 2030 season.
- ▪The Vikings are unable to hire Paton now due to his new contract with Denver.
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