March 31, 2026, 11:35 a.m. CT
The Minnesota Vikings have had some misses in recent years in the first rounds of the NFL Draft. However, when it comes to the wide receiver position, the team seemingly found their diamonds. They have locked up Justin Jefferson long-term with a massive deal, and now they have the other half of their duo locked up for at least one extra year.
On Monday night, the Minnesota Vikings announced they plan to pick up the fifth-year option for Jordan Addison on his rookie contract.
Vikings interim general manager Rob Brzezinski told the media at the NFL’s Annual League meeting, “He’s a really important player for us, an impact player, we’re definitely exercising the option. For sure. The deadline for that is after the draft.”
During his career with the Vikings, Addison has accumulated 175 receptions for 2,396 yards and 22 touchdowns in two seasons. In his rookie season, he scored ten touchdowns, which tied him with Sammy White from his 1976 season. All of this led to his option being picked up, and now the next step will be for them to figure out a long-term contract.
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