The Vikings' kicking and punting competitions began in earnest as Kaare Vedvik did everything but attempt a field goal during Sunday night's 25-19 preseason win against the Seahawks.
Vedvik, acquired last week via trade with the Ravens, handled kickoffs, booted away three punts and made one extra point. Kicker Dan Bailey led off with a 24-yard field goal in the first quarter and added an extra point before halftime.
"We had a good plan as far as getting everybody reps," Bailey said. "It ended up working out pretty good. I was just happy to get a couple kicks there in the first half. I was happy they were successful."
Head coach Mike Zimmer had a positive, but brief, review of Vedvik, who averaged 46.7 yards on three punts. However, Vedvik's last two punts lacked hang time and led to returns of 17 and 19 yards. Punter Matt Wile sent his only punt 35 yards to the Seahawks 11-yard line.
Vedvik, competing for either Bailey's or Wile's job, made an extra point in the third quarter.
"He's definitely a talented guy, strong leg," Bailey said. "It's been a positive experience for me. I've always said, whether somebody is here or not, you're always competing."
Receiver Chad Beebe held for extra points and field goals.
"He's confident catching the ball back there," Bailey said. "We're just trying to figure out the operation and get that cleaned up. Who knows moving forward, but it's been good so far."