The Minnesota Vikings made some big moves in the offseason. Pass-rusher Danielle Hunter received a raise to end his hold-in, making him one of the highest-paid edge defenders in the league. Tight end T.J. Hockenson signed a massive contract extension, but the organization failed to complete the most important move, to extend Justin Jefferson’s deal.
The Vikings Just Cleared a Whole Bunch of Cap Space
It was the central talking point in Minnesota’s offseason. Would the superstar become the highest-paid non-QB in NFL history, and how much would he get more than anyone else? Is it just over $30 million a season or closer to $40 million?