Vienna Vikings

Vienna Vikings

Franchise

Vienna, Austria
Est. 1983
South/East Conference
PurpleReign

Seasons

2026

Staff

Head Coach
Chris Calaycay
Offensive Coordinator
Jordan Neuman
Defensive Coordinator
Daniel Auböck
General Manager
Max Paatz
max.paatz@viennavikings.com

Contact

Kölgengasse 43, 1110 Vienna, Austria

Team Colors

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Vienna Vikings defensive end Sean Trotter: “I’m aiming for the sack leader”

27.03.202616:25

Sean Trotter is not a typical European import. The 22-year-old defensive end grew up in Japan, became one of the most decorated players in Japanese college football at Kwansei Gakuin University, and went on to compete professionally with the OBIC Seagulls in Japan’s X-League. Now he is making the move to Europe to compete in […]

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Vienna Vikings sign E-import running back Albert Wiesigstrauch

27.03.202613:00

The Vienna Vikings have signed their next import player, adding German running back Albert Wiesigstrauch to the roster. With this move, the Vikings take a unique approach by using two E-import spots in their running back room. Alongside Wiesigstrauch, Finnish running back Karri Pajarinen is also part of the roster. Together with homegrown player Johannes […]

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Veteran offensive lineman Aleksandar Milanovic stays with the Vienna Vikings

25.03.202609:00

The Vienna Vikings have secured an important piece of their roster by extending veteran offensive lineman Aleksandar Milanovic. Over the past years, Milanovic has become a key player for the team and an essential part of the offensive line. Strong international experience Milanovic began his football journey at the college level in the United States. […]

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Austrian veteran Philipp Haun joins the Vienna Vikings

15.03.202613:00

The Vienna Vikings have added another talented wide receiver to their roster by signing Austrian veteran Philipp Haun. The 31-year-old receiver joins the Vikings after spending the last four seasons with the Raiders Tirol. With this move, Haun switches from one of the Vikings’ biggest rivals to the team in the Austrian capital. Proven production […]

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Vienna Vikings sign lockdown defensive back Marloshawn Franklin Jr.

14.03.202614:45

The Vienna Vikings continue to strengthen their roster and have made a major addition by signing defensive back Marloshawn Franklin Jr. for the upcoming season in The League Europe. Franklin will form the American defensive back duo together with Amani Dennis and is expected to play an important role in the Vikings secondary. Strong college […]

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Starting center Clemens Walz extends with the Vienna Vikings

11.03.202616:55

The Vienna Vikings have secured another important piece for their offense as starting center Clemens Walz will remain with the team. Walz has been the Vikings’ starting center in recent seasons and continues to be a key part of the offensive line. A key role in the offense For quarterback Ben Holmes, the extension of […]

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Vienna Vikings sign Sean Trotter, the first Japanese player in AFLE history

09.03.202610:00

The Vienna Vikings continue strengthening their roster for the 2026 season and have added an exciting new player to their defense. Japanese defensive end Sean Trotter joins the Austrian franchise and becomes the first Japanese player in AFLE history. The 25-year-old defender brings international experience and championship pedigree to the Vikings defense. Success in Japanese […]

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Australian offensive lineman Brendan Oswin signs with the Vienna Vikings

04.03.202612:52

The Vienna Vikings continue building their roster for the upcoming 2026 season in The League Europe. With the signing of Brendan Oswin, the Austrian franchise adds a strong and versatile offensive lineman to its lineup. Oswin most recently played for the Madrid Bravos, where he impressed with strong performances throughout the season. His consistent play […]

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Nikolaus Terlitza returns to the Vienna Vikings after one year away

02.03.202610:27

The Vienna Vikings welcome back an important defensive player from the 2024 season. Nikolaus Terlitza will return for the 2026 season after taking a one-year break from football. His comeback gives the Vikings more depth and quality at the linebacker position. The 24-year-old made a strong impression during the 2024 season. With consistent performances and […]

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Former Chicago Bears lineman Thomas Schaffer extends with the Vienna Vikings

28.02.202616:00

The Vienna Vikings continue building their roster for the upcoming 2026 season in The League Europe. After announcing the contract extension of wide receiver Yannick Mayr, the Vikings have now secured an important piece of their defense. Defensive lineman Thomas Schaffer will remain with the team for the coming season. The 30-year-old brings experience and […]

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Running back Johannes Schütz remains a Viking for 2026

28.02.202611:30

The Vienna Vikings and running back Johannes Schütz will continue their journey together in 2026. Due to his existing multi-year contract, the homegrown player remains part of the team and will compete with the Vikings in their first season in The League Europe. Schütz has been wearing the Vikings jersey for four seasons and has […]

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Committed player Nikolaus Huszar remains a Viking for 2026

27.02.202617:25

Defensive back Nikolaus Huszar will continue to be part of the Vienna Vikings in their first season in The League Europe. The 24-year-old has been with the Austrian franchise since 2022 and has established himself as a starting cornerback. Over the past seasons, Huszar has made a name for himself with strong performances and important […]

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Homegrown speedster Yannick Mayr extends his contract with the Vienna Vikings

26.02.202608:00

The Vienna Vikings and Yannick Mayr will continue their journey together, as the Austrian wide receiver has extended his contract with the team. Known for his speed and big-play ability, Mayr will once again go on the hunt for touchdowns for the Vikings in The League Europe. A dangerous weapon on offense and special teams […]

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Multiple All-Star David Rauter remains a Viking

23.02.202614:55

The Vienna Vikings have confirmed that offensive lineman David Rauter will remain with the team for the first The League Europe season. Rauter was already included on the list of committed players, as he is under a multi-year contract with the Vikings. One of Europe’s top offensive linemen Over the past years, Rauter has established […]

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Vienna Vikings add Jonny Brenner to coaching staff

23.02.202611:00

The Vienna Vikings have added another experienced coach to their staff by signing Jonny Brenner. The former defensive coordinator joins the Vikings and reunites with his former head coach Jordan Neuman in Vienna. Reunion with Jordan Neuman After Neuman was announced as the Vikings’ new offensive coordinator, the club moved quickly to bring in another […]

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Vienna Vikings sign former Panthers receiver Darrell Stewart Jr.

22.02.202614:00

The Vienna Vikings continue their roster planning and have announced the signing of their second offensive American player, wide receiver Darrell Stewart Jr. Productive season with the Panthers Stewart Jr. played last season in Wroclaw, where he impressed with many strong performances and caught the attention of the Vikings. During the season, he recorded 89 […]

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Defensive anchor Noel Swancar remains with the Vikings

21.02.202613:30

Linebacker Noel Swancar will continue chasing tackles for the Vienna Vikings in the upcoming The League Europe season. Despite being only 21 years old, the Austrian defender is already an important part of the team. Young player, strong impact Swancar has been with the Vikings for three years and has developed into both a starter […]

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Former Offensive Rookie of the Year Noah Touré stays with the Vikings

20.02.202610:55

The Vienna Vikings have announced a group of players who will remain with the team due to previously signed multi-year contracts. Among them is one of Austria’s top wide receivers, Noah Touré. A reliable target in the Vikings offense Touré has been part of the Vienna Vikings for the past two seasons and made an […]

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Vienna Vikings extend contract with Finnish running back Karri Pajarinen

19.02.202612:00

Karri Pajarinen will remain with the Vienna Vikings for the first The League Europe season. The Finnish running back has been an important part of the team since joining in 2023. Reliable production on the ground Pajarinen made an immediate impact after arriving in Vienna and quickly became a key player in the offense. In […]

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Former NFL TE Bernhard Seikovits: “Vienna is and was always my home”

18.02.202619:00

Austrian American Football is set for a headline moment as Bernhard Seikovits has signed with the Vienna Vikings for the 2026 season, marking his return to European competition after four years in the NFL with the Arizona Cardinals. The tight end’s homecoming is a major boost for the Vikings in the American Football League of […]

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Defensive playmaker Amani Dennis extends with the Vienna Vikings

18.02.202614:00

The Vienna Vikings have announced the contract extension of defensive playmaker Amani Dennis. The American defensive back will remain part of the team for the upcoming season. Strong impact in his first season Dennis joined the Vikings last season and quickly made his presence felt with strong defensive plays. He was one of the top […]

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Defensive tackle Florian Sudi stays with the Vienna Vikings

15.02.202617:00

The Vienna Vikings have extended the contract of defensive tackle Florian Sudi, keeping the First Team All-Star from last season on the roster for the 2026 campaign. Sudi has spent the past four years with the Vikings and has become an important presence on the defensive line. A reliable force on the defensive front During […]

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Vikings extend cornerstone tackle Lukas Holub

15.02.202613:00

Before announcing the contract extension of quarterback Ben Holmes, the Vienna Vikings had already secured one of the most important players responsible for protecting him. Offensive tackle Lukas Holub will remain with the team for the first season of the Vikings in The League Europe. Keeping Holub ensures stability and strength on the offensive line. […]

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Homegrown NFL player Bernhard Seikovits returns to the Vienna Vikings

12.02.202618:00

The Vienna Vikings have completed a major move by bringing tight end Bernhard Seikovits back to Vienna. Following Florian Bierbaumer’s move to the UFL, Seikovits is expected to step in and fill an important role in the offense. For the Vikings, this signing is not only about talent – it is also about identity and […]

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Vienna Vikings appoint Jordan Neuman as offensive coordinator

10.02.202613:30

The Vienna Vikings have added championship experience to their coaching staff by signing Jordan Neuman as offensive coordinator. With this move, the Vikings bring back a familiar face and strengthen their offense for the upcoming season. A familiar face returns to Vienna Jordan Neuman is no stranger to the Vienna Vikings organization. From 2011 to […]

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Ben Holmes remains quarterback of the Vienna Vikings

08.02.202617:30

The Vienna Vikings have secured one of their most important players of the past two seasons for their first year in The League Europe. Quarterback Ben Holmes will continue to lead the Vikings offense in 2026. Since joining the team, Holmes has become a central figure in the organization and a leader on and off […]

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Chris Calaycay leads the Vienna Vikings into a new era

08.02.202615:00

The Vienna Vikings are one of the most traditional and successful football franchises in Europe. Founded in 1983, the Austrian club has celebrated many achievements over the decades. With 15 Austrian championships, five Euro Bowl titles, and one ELF Championship, the Vikings have built a strong and proud legacy. As the franchise now enters its […]

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Team captain Elmeri Laalo stays with the Vienna Vikings

07.02.202616:30

The Vienna Vikings continue to rely on leadership and defensive strength. Team captain Elmeri Laalo will remain with the franchise and continue to anchor the Vikings defense. The 24-year-old Finnish defender has already spent the past three seasons wearing the Vikings jersey and has consistently delivered strong performances. A key leader on defense Standing at […]

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AFLE announces Homegrown territories for the first season

06.02.202615:00

As the American Football League of Europe prepares for its first season, the league officially announces the Homegrown territories for the franchises that have confirmed participation so far. This announcement provides clarity and support for local talent development as each team builds its roster for competition. What is a Homegrown player? In AFLE, a Homegrown […]