What happened: The Minnesota Vikings are hiring former Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Pace as a football advisor and Azzaam Kapadia, a former Seattle Seahawks executive, as assistant director of pro scouting. The moves continue Nolan Teasley’s staff buildout after taking over Minnesota’s front office.
Why it matters: Pace gives Minnesota another experienced evaluator as the club reshapes its football operations before the 2026 season. Kapadia adds another Seattle connection around Teasley, whose early staff moves have leaned into pro scouting and front-office structure.
By the numbers: Pace’s Bears tenure ended with a 48-65 record and two playoff appearances. Kapadia served as a pro scout for the Seahawks last season, per the contextual report.
What to watch: Watch whether Teasley makes more scouting-department changes before training camp. Minnesota’s next front-office decisions will help define how the new group handles roster evaluation for the 2026 season.