By Justin Worsley
The Minnesota Vikings have added depth to their thin cornerback position by signing cornerback Lito Sheppard to a one-year, $2 million contract.
Sheppard, a nine-year veteran, has made two Pro Bowls with the Philadelphia, where he spent the first seven seasons of his career. Sheppard spent last season in New York playing for the Jets.
The signing reunites Sheppard with head coach Brad Childress, who served as Philadelphia's defensive coordinator between 2003-2005.
Sheppard could start immediately for the Vikings across from fellow cornerback Antoine Winfield as incumbent cornerback Cedric Griffin recovers from surgery on his left knee. Griffin injured his knee during the NFC Championship Game against the New Orleans Saints in January.
The Jets released Sheppard on March 4 after a disappointing, injury plagued season. The Jets traded with the San Diego Chargers that same day to acquire Antonio Cromartie.
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