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The Minnesota Vikings are in a tough spot as it relates to their roster. The team has several holes that need to be filled, with some positions lacking top-end talent and others having a surplus. One of those positions with extra talent is the wide receiver spot, and one player specifically is making it hard for the front office to decide what to do.
Wide receiver Jordan Addison was drafted in the first round by the Vikings in 2023. He immediately made an impact on the field, but off of it, he has been a distraction and then some. As a result, Bleacher Report’s Alex Ballentine discussed trade pieces for the Vikings and listed Addison as one.
Ballentine writes, “Addison was less productive this season. The Vikings’ pass game took a step back as a whole, though. There’s also Addison’s multiple arrests since being drafted. The Vikings already have Justin Jefferson under a huge contract. If they aren’t willing to pay Addison what he could command after a strong season, then they may want to trade him.”
Addison could be had for a second-round pick to a wide receiver-needy team. A team like the New England Patriots or Buffalo Bills could use his services as they look for a true WR1, which Addison has the potential to be. But getting the right trade compensation will be key to any move.
Time will tell, but fans should not be shocked if a move or discussion of one heats up after the NFL Scouting Combine next week.