In a league where draft pedigrees often dictate opportunity, the Minnesota Vikings have made a bold statement by including undrafted free agent Myles Price on their 53-man roster. The former Indiana wide receiver and return specialist, who started his college career at Texas Tech, has turned heads with his electrifying play and relentless work ethic, proving that talent and heart can outweigh the lack of a draft selection.
Price’s journey to the Vikings’ roster was anything but conventional. After a standout single season at Indiana, where he hauled in 38 passes for 466 yards and three touchdowns, rushed for 63 yards and a score, and added 289 yards on 23 punt returns, the 5-foot-9, 183-pound dynamo went undrafted. But an opportunity arose when Vikings’ wideout Rondale Moore suffered a season-ending knee injury during the preseason, opening the door for Price to showcase his skills.
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And showcase he did. During Minnesota’s preseason opener against the Houston Texans, Price made an immediate impact, catching a 3-yard touchdown pass—the team’s only receiving score of the game—and adding a crucial 15-yard grab on third-and-7. His second preseason game against the New England Patriots further highlighted his versatility. While his two catches for 11 yards were solid, it was his jaw-dropping 81-yard kick return to the Patriots’ 11-yard line that stole the show. In the final preseason matchup against the Tennessee Titans, Price contributed a 9-yard reception and a 28-yard punt return, cementing his value as a multifaceted threat.
Price’s college career at Texas Tech laid the foundation for his NFL breakthrough. Over 42 games with 25 starts, he amassed 61 receptions for 1,751 yards and ten touchdowns, along with 207 rushing yards and two scores. His 350 return yards further underscored his knack for making plays with the ball in his hands. That ability translated seamlessly to the NFL, where Price earned the second-highest PFF grade (79.9) among kickoff and punt returners during the preseason.
What sets Price apart, however, is not just his on-field production but his infectious passion and dedication. “Kick returner is my favorite position in the world. It’s backyard football,” Price said with a grin. “It’s an opportunity to get the ball in your hands… as long as it gets in my hands, I feel like I got an opportunity every time.” His love for the game is palpable, and it’s no surprise that he’s become a favorite among coaches and teammates alike.
Vikings special teams coordinator Matt Daniels couldn’t say enough about Price’s intangibles. “He loves football, very positive, he’s someone people wanna be around,” Daniels noted. “He’s always the first one out here, ready to catch pre-practice JUGS, punts, always out here post-practice getting extra work. He understands and gets it as a young guy, what it takes to be a professional in this league.”
Price’s inclusion on the Vikings’ roster is a testament to his ability to seize every opportunity. As one of seven undrafted free agents to make the team—joining quarterback Max Brosmer, tight end Ben Yurosek, defensive lineman Elijah Williams, guard Joe Huber, outside linebacker Chaz Chambliss, and inside linebacker Austin Keys—Price represents the kind of underdog story that resonates with fans. Projected as a second-team receiver and a key special teamer in his rookie season, he’s poised to make an impact in Minnesota.
The Vikings’ decision to give Price a shot may have shocked some, but for those who’ve watched him work, it’s no surprise at all. With his dynamic playmaking, tireless effort, and unrelenting positivity, Myles Price is exactly the kind of player who can turn an opportunity into a legacy.