Justin Jefferson Contract
Justin Jefferson Contract
Although the Minnesota Vikings rallied to win Week 1 against the Green Bay Packers, the latest NFL rumors and projections suggest they could lose star wide receiver Justin Jefferson if they begin losing. QB Kyler Murray suffered a concussion and is now day-to-day, as he’s questionable for Week 2. Despite veteran Carson Wentz pulling a late comeback to help put the Vikings in the driver’s seat, the rest of the season could look bleak if Murray can’t stay healthy. This could lead Jefferson to demand a trade, and he will probably want to play for a contender.
Disclaimer: It’s too early in the NFL season; however, it’s fair to predict what could be for the rest of the year. After all, the star wide receiver was rumored to be traded after the disastrous 2025 campaign led by former first-round pick JJ McCarthy. The Vikings signed Murray to offset offensive concerns, especially after the wideout came off his worst season last year, finishing with 84 receptions, 1,048 receiving yards, and two receiving touchdowns in 17 games. Now, the star has recorded as many touchdowns so far as he did last year.
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Dec 24, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) looks on before the game against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports
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Trade Timeline Revealed
The Vikings will probably trade Jefferson if they find themselves 3-7 before November’s trade deadline. At that point, Minnesota could use the opportunity to generate as many draft picks as possible.
The two-time All-Pro will be 28 next summer and could still arguably be in his prime. He hasn’t shown poor play despite having a down year last season.
The wideout could help the Vikings secure a future first- and third-round pick. Again, it’s still early, but five teams could keep an eye on Minnesota’s season throughout.
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Sep 8, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Chicago Bears during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images