The Minnesota Vikings’ standout wide receiver Justin Jefferson’s contract has become a subject of much discussion, with rumors circulating that the organization is hesitant about the guaranteed money in his new agreement.
There have been rumours circulating recently suggesting that the Vikings would be “hesitant” to completely guarantee Jefferson’s funds.
Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk emphasized the team’s position and disclosed that the Vikings may need to make some exceptions to keep Jefferson on staff.
The team’s “rule,” according to Florio, “that full guarantees will apply only to the year in which the contract is signed,” must be given exceptions, he said. “They have granted quarterback Kirk Cousins an exception in this regard. They have to create it for Jefferson as well if they want to keep him around and keep him pleased.
The Vikings have not disclosed any information on their talks with the standout wideout, despite this news.
Florio voiced his disapproval of the team’s strategy and emphasised the possible repercussions of trying to push Jefferson’s tolerance too far.
The #Vikings are “hesitant” to give WR Justin Jefferson fully guaranteed money after the first year in a new deal, per @ProFootballTalk
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“With Justin Jefferson, they are playing with fire on several fronts, and his patience will finally run out. Florio remarked, “I can tell with confidence that J.J. is extraordinarily patient, but his patience will have its limitations.
“It’s not the dollars, it’s the structure,” the NFL source continued. Beyond the first year of a contract, they don’t want to fully guarantee money for any position other than quarterback.
NFL fans have taken issue with the article, highlighting the importance of Jefferson’s services to the Vikings since he was selected as the 22nd overall choice in the 2020 NFL Draft. He has routinely had over 1,000 receiving yards in four seasons, and in 2022, he led the league in catches and receiving yards.
Fans are very interested in the upcoming contract discussions with Jefferson because of his effect on the field, which has elevated him to a critical position for the Vikings despite a little lower performance in the previous season owing to restricted starts.
