Vikings continue defense revamp, release DT Shamar Stephen FILE - In this Aug. 24, 2019, file photo, Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Shamar Stephen gets set for a play during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Minneapolis. The Vikings have released Stephen. The move continues the overhaul of a front four that fell off badly last season. Stephen’s departure will clear $3.75 million in space under the salary cap for 2021. (Source: AP Photo/Jim Mone, File) By Associated Press | March 16, 2021 at 5:13 PM CDT - Updated March 16 at 5:13 PM MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings released defensive tackle Shamar Stephen on Tuesday, continuing the overhaul of a front four that fell off badly last season.