Vikings sign Finnish prospect

The Vikings have signed offensive tackle Seppo Ewvaraye of Finland to the practice squad as part of a special program connected to NFL Europa.

Ewvaraye is one of 11 international players selected to be a part of the NFL International Development Practice Squad program. This past season, he started seven games for Cologne, which featured NFL Europa co-MVP Derrick Ross, a running back.

In its third year, the program has placed one player on an NFL roster, guard Rolando Cantu of Mexico. He made his NFL debut for the Arizona Cardinals in the 2005 season finale.