Minnesota Vikings superstar Justin Jefferson has been a hot topic in trade rumors this offseason since it was revealed that he and the team have been unable to reach a new deal. The star wide receiver has been eligible for an extension since last year, and there is speculation that he could seek a trade soon, which would turn the NFL world upside down. According to analysts, there is a surprise NFC team that could be a good fit for the receiver.
Justin Jefferson On The Move
As the Vikings look like they are about to go into a massive rebuild, the team could look to trade the league’s best receiver to spend more money on other positions of need. The New York Giants are a team to possibly look out for if Jefferson does seek a trade as they have the incentives to make the move for the superstar.
Justin Jefferson:
"Anybody, myself included, would love to play for a team like the Giants. Down the line, you never know… maybe I will."
Daniel Jones and company have made New York a DESTINATION for stars 🤩🤩🤩
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— 𝓢𝔀𝓸𝓜𝓸✞ (@SwoMo22) August 17, 2023
The Giants have not had a great receiver since Odell Beckham Jr. broke out with the club, making the receiver position a major need for the team. Quarterback Daniel Jones has received a lot of criticism for his poor play after receiving a huge payday, however, some fans and analysts think that it is unfair to judge him since he has not had a decent option at wide receiver, and Jefferson could be the missing piece to the offense.
The Trade Proposal
New York also has the cap space to make a massive trade, which will be needed to obtain the Vikings superstar as his asking price would make him the highest-paid receiver in the league. In the proposal, the Giants would offer Minnesota the number six pick in the draft and a 2024 second-round pick for the star receiver, which would significantly help the Vikings in their rebuild.
Will Jefferson Leave Minnesota?
While Jefferson still remains with Minnesota, the receiver could be looking to play for a new team if a deal does not get done soon. While some other teams could be in the market for a receiver of Jefferson’s caliber, the Giants seem to have the money and the need to go and get the superstar. Do you think that Jefferson will remain with the Vikings, or will he be traded to the Giants or another team?
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