Cine was Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s first draft pick as Vikings GM in 2022. He was projected to be a fit in Ed Donatell’s defense, which was part of the Vic Fangio system. Cine didn’t crack the initial starting lineup and was primarily a special teams player before suffering a compound leg fracture in London four games into the season.

Philadelphia Eagles sign former Vikings first round pick Lewis Cine off the Bills practice squad ahead of wild card game vs. the Green Bay Packers

The Packers and Eagles opened their seasons in Brazil, where Philadelphia won an exciting 34-29 game. Both teams put together impressive seasons since, with the Eagles entering th