| Derek
Ross
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CB Derek Ross: Cornerback Released 
-by VikingUpdate.com
Dec 21, 2004 |
Ross Tough To Figure Out
CB Derek Ross is a player that flashes potential often but hasn’t found a level of consistency.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Dec 9, 2004 |
Vikings Will Miss Winfield's Presence
Antoine Winfield’s all-around defensive presence will be missed sorely.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Dec 7, 2004 |
Controversy Doesn’t Fit The Script
The national media doesn't seem interested in the Vikings' last-minute controversial play.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 17, 2004 |
Game 9: Highlights, Lowlights and Notes
Controversy overshadows good and bad performers from Sunday's game at Lambeau.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 15, 2004 |
Search For Secondary Continues
In-season signings show the Vikings’ resolve to continue upgrading the overall team.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Oct 14, 2004 |
Changes All Around The Corner
Vikings adding cornerbacks, beefing up experience in the secondary.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Sep 19, 2004 |
Vikes Sign Derek Ross
Corner Joins Fourth Team in Nine Months
-by VikingUpdate.com
Aug 24, 2004 |
CB Derek Ross: Will Not Join The Saints
-by theOBR.com
Aug 21, 2004 |
CB Derek Ross: Luck Overcomes Mistakes
-by theOBR.com
Dec 1, 2003 |
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Ht: 5-10
Wt: 197
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01/05/1980 |
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| 2005 Scout.com NFL Free Agency
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Pro: Has spent time with Atlanta, Dallas and New Orleans before the Vikings took a chance on him. Talent was never considered an issue with Ross, but after Antoine Winfield, a former Ohio State player, vouched for Ross' character the Vikings signed him in August 2004. He could contribute in nickel and dime situations.
College: Replaced the Bills' first-round pick, Nate Clements, in '01 and had a Clements-type year, with 39 unassisted tackles, seven interceptions returned for 194 yards and one touchdown and six passes broken up. Was a second-team All-Big Ten pick but may have been the best corner in the conference. Had surgery on his shoulder and toe in early December and missed Ohio State's bowl game. Played in every game as a true freshman in 1998 and had 13 tackles and blocked three punts on special teams. Did not play in '99. Came back as the team's third corner and fifth defensive back in 2000 and had 37 stops, seven passes broken up and two interceptions. |
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