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WR Market a Doozy for Vikings Free Agent Plans

While the Minnesota Vikings hash out an elephantine contract extension with wide receiver Justin Jefferson, the franchise might need a new running mate for the 24-year-old.

The Vikings released Adam Thielen after 10 years of service last week, creating a roster need to fill in free agency or the 2023 NFL Draft.

WR Market a Doozy for Vikings Free Agent Plans

And if the WR2 plan involves free agency, well, the options are shrinking. Using free agency for a Thielen replacement was never a guaranteed plan, but if it was one of the internal realistic options, Minnesota better get cooking.