Vikings send shockwaves through the NFL as they kickstart their rebuild by trading superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson in a monumental trade proposal.
In a bold move that signals a potential full-scale rebuild, the Minnesota Vikings are considering trading their franchise star, wide receiver Justin Jefferson. ESPN's Aaron Schatz proposed this radical idea as part of offseason suggestions for all 32 NFL teams.
Schatz suggests that while Jefferson may prefer quarterback Kirk Cousins, committing to Cousins long-term at age 35 might not be ideal for the Vikings' future. Therefore, he proposes a total reset by trading Jefferson for multiple high draft picks. The Vikings could then use one of these picks to draft Jefferson's replacement, similar to how they acquired Jefferson after trading away Stefon Diggs.
By shedding Cousins and Jefferson's hefty salaries, the Vikings could free up cap space to sign free agents and strengthen other positions. This would allow them to build a competitive team while they address their quarterback situation, likely with a young quarterback in the 2024 or 2025 drafts.
While Jefferson is undoubtedly one of the best wide receivers in the NFL, there is no indication that the Vikings are actively shopping him. However, if they decide to undergo a full rebuild, trading Jefferson could make strategic sense.
In such a scenario, Minnesota could expect a substantial return, likely consisting of two first-round draft picks for the talented Pro Bowl receiver. Ultimately, whether the Vikings proceed with this bold move remains to be seen.
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