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The Vikings said in a statement that Everson came out of his home without incident and is now getting the care that he needs.
"We are thankful to the law enforcement agencies for their quick response and dedication to ensuring the situation ended peacefully," the Vikings' statement read. The focus is on Everson's health and safety and providing the proper resources for him and his family.
The public safety department said that Griffen called after 3 a.m. He said someone was inside his home requesting help. The man told the dispatch that he fired a weapon but no one was hurt.
According to the news release, law enforcement and Vikings team psychologists were in communication with Griffen since 7 a.m., but he refused to leave his residence for hours. Police said they couldn't find an individual at the house.
A video of the defensive end inside his home with a pistol has been deleted after he made several social media posts.
I'm in the house. In the video, he said that he was trying to pop him. I have clips left. This gun is registered to me. I bought all my bullets. Dalvin Cook helped me buy a gun. They are registered to me, and it all belongs to me. I know where I bought them. I have a card for them. I have everything.
Cook told Twin Cities media members that he didn't know why he was mentioned in the video but that he called the defensive end to check in on him. Cook said that Griffen did not answer.
Cook said that he was taught how to take care of his body by one of the older guys. How to be a pro. For the little things he did, appreciate him. Our relationship has improved since he came back. He's been trying to win games. We've been trying to win games, get better, and lead the team in the right way, and we've been doing it all. We are close. That's my brother. I just want him to be okay. Make sure his family is okay. I just want the best for Everson.
I need help from people trying to kill me. He posted a picture of a text conversation he had with his agent, Brian Murphy of Athletes First.
According to authorities, he was alone in his home.
When asked if he was safe, Vikings coach Mike Zimmer said he was unsure. The defensive end's status for Minnesota's game at San Francisco was not certain.
"That's not our concern right now," he said. It's about him.
During his first season with the Vikings, defensive end Everson Griffen took a monthlong hiatus to focus on his health and well-being after the team ordered him to undergo a mental health evaluation and after two incidents involving police authorities led to him being hospitalized. He said in April that he had had a rough year with his mental health.
Rick Spielman would speak with the media later in the day after he addressed the team, according to the coach.
"We're only concerned about his well-being," he said. He's been with us for a long time. Good guy. Works hard.
