At the time of his commitment, safety Josh Metellus was considered by many to be a take due to Michigan football coveting his high school teammate, linebacker Devin Bush. Yet, the former Miami (Fla.) Charles Flanagan three-star didn't just come along in his own right, he continues to ascend -- well beyond his years in Ann Arbor.

Josh Metellus is staying in Minnesota for the long haul. The veteran safety signed a three-year, $36 million extension with the Vikings on the first day of training camp, locking in one of the team’s emotional leaders and most versatile defenders.

The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to a three-year contract extension with safety Josh Metellus. The deal, announced Saturday, is worth $36 million, with $25 million guaranteed, a person with knowledge of the contract told The Associated Press.