Alright, so Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network just dropped a bomb: the trade market for Vikings wide receiver Jauan Jennings is expected to absolutely “heat up” before the November 10th trade deadline. And honestly, after seeing his play this season, it’s not exactly a shocker. The Vikings have been adding a bunch of receivers lately, and it looks like Jennings might be the odd man out after a truly underwhelming start.
A Deal Gone Sideways
Remember back in May when the Vikings signed Jennings to a one-year deal worth up to $13 million? Man, that feels like a lifetime ago. Because right now, it’s tough to imagine a deal being more of a bust. In his first four games, this guy has been targeted a grand total of nine times. Wanna know his production? A measly two receptions for just nine yards. Yeah, you read that right. Nine *yards*. He even missed the game against Chicago to handle a family issue, but even with that, the numbers are brutal.
Think about it: he’s been less productive than players like Tai Felton, Myles Price, DeeJay Dallas, and Gavin Bartholomew. And I’m willing to bet those four guys combined aren’t making anywhere near Jennings’ $13 million this season. This isn’t just a minor disappointment, this is a full-blown head-scratcher when you look at the investment. The signs are definitely pointing to him not sticking around in Minnesota for much longer.
What’s The Cost To Cut Ties?
So, if the Vikings are ready to move on, what’s the financial hit? According to the folks at Spotrac, trading Jennings would mean a $5.4 million cap hit for Minnesota this season. And for whichever team decides to take a flyer on him, they’d be on the hook for a $4.4 million cap hit. It’s not the kind of money that completely cripples a team’s cap space, but it’s certainly not a small chunk of change either, especially for a player with such little production.
What Jennings would even fetch in a trade right now is anyone’s guess. A late-round pick? A bag of peanuts? This whole situation just shows how quickly things can change in the NFL, and how a big contract doesn’t always equal big results.
So, is Jennings still a Viking come the trade deadline? Or even after their bye week? It’s hard to say, but given the numbers and the trade whispers, I wouldn’t bet on it. And speaking of games, did you catch that 49ers-Seahawks final? Ended 32-29 to the Niners. Always a tough one against them.
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Originally reported by Daily Norseman.
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