For some players, the path to the NFL is a clear one. High-profile collegiate players go on to become top draft picks and may not have to put in the kind of effort that an undrafted free agent has to do to earn a roster spot. Fans learned that when looking at two recently retired contributors for the Minnesota Vikings.
At the conclusion of the 2025 NFL season, fullback C.J. Ham and wide receiver made the tough decision to retire from the league. Their contributions to the Vikings and the community did not go unnoticed and were a major part of their retirement celebration on Thursday in Eagan, Minnesota.