With 218 catches for 2,705 yards and 16 touchdowns, there may not be another Vikings player who has outplayed his current contract more than receiver Stefon Diggs. He’s made about $1.8 million in three NFL seasons, and is set to make $1.9 million at the end of his rookie deal.
That’s why Vikings general manager Rick Spielman is trying to re-sign Diggs to a long-term extension this summer. Assuming Diggs gets a healthy pay bump before Week 1, given the Vikings’ track record for locking up ‘home-grown’ talent, which other players are set to outperform their deals?
I’m glad you asked.