Reported Justin Jefferson Sighting Near Jets Facility Sparks Speculation.
Are you saying there’s a chance for the New York Jets to make another splash?
Minnesota Vikings superstar Justin Jefferson was “spotted in Florham Park, NJ, over the weekend” according to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated. He noted on social media that Florham Park, where Jefferson was spotted, “is where the Jets facility is located.”
He followed up his sourced info with his own opinion on the situation saying, “It’s possible MIN could trade him if they can’t come to terms on a new deal.”
Jefferson Is Seeking a New Contract Extension
Adam Schefter of ESPN shared on social media that Jefferson “has been in talks” about a potential contract extension with the Vikings. However in the meantime, he, “was not spotted at the team’s training facility today for the start of organized team activities,” according to Schefter.
Jefferson, 24, just completed his fourth professional season. The former LSU product originally entered the league as the No. 22 overall pick in the first round of the 2020 NFL draft.
Jefferson has rewritten the record books with his production in the NFL. He has racked up 392 receptions for 5,899 receiving yards and has scored 31 total touchdowns.
He is entering the final year of his rookie contract in 2024. Jefferson is owed $19.7 million in cash which represents 7.73% of the Vikings’ cap.
Top Reactions to the Jefferson – Jets Rumors
Jets Media on X previously Twitter revealed that “The Vikings Owner is located in New Jersey. This sounds like Justin Jefferson is meeting with the Vikings to lock down a long-term deal. This has nothing to do with the Jets … IMO [in my opinion].”
The Owner of the Vikings, Zygi Wilf, has lived in New Jersey for several decades. According to Realtor dot com, he had a custom mansion built in 1990.
