The Minnesota Vikings have secured wide receiver Justin Jefferson with a four-year, $140 million contract extension, including $110 million guaranteed. NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported the news on Monday, citing sources.
Jefferson confirmed the signing on social media, expressing his excitement about achieving a dream he has had since childhood. Shortly after, the Vikings made an official announcement.
Market-Setting Deal
This extension not only resets the wide receiver market but also makes Jefferson the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL. The three-time Pro Bowler’s deal tops the recent contracts given to other wideouts such as Amon-Ra St. Brown, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Jaylen Waddle, Nico Collins, Michael Pittman, and Calvin Ridley.
With an annual salary of $35 million, Jefferson surpasses A.J. Brown’s market-setting deal from April and Nick Bosa’s contract, making him the highest-paid non-QB in the league. The contract includes $89 million fully guaranteed at signing, ensuring Jefferson remains with the Vikings through the 2028 season.
Record-Breaking Performance
Jefferson, who joined the NFL as a first-round pick in 2020, has quickly established himself as one of the league’s premier playmakers. His 5,899 career receiving yards in his first four seasons are nearly 400 more than any other player in NFL history over the same period, according to NFL Research. Jefferson also holds the record for the highest receiving yards per game average in NFL history, with 98.3 yards per game (minimum of 50 games), improving his average each season.
Notable Achievements
Jefferson’s standout season came in 2022 when he led the league with 128 receptions and 1,809 receiving yards, earning the AP Offensive Player of the Year award and his first All-Pro honor. Despite a hamstring injury in 2023, Jefferson still managed to surpass 1,000 receiving yards in just 10 games.
Things To Know About Justin Jefferson
Justin Jamal Jefferson (born June 16, 1999) is an American football wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at LSU, where he was instrumental in the Tigers’ 2020 College Football Playoff National Championship victory as a junior. Following this, Jefferson was selected by the Vikings in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft.
Since entering the NFL, Jefferson has been a standout player, earning Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors in each of his first three seasons. He has set the record for the most receiving yards in the first four seasons of an NFL career. In 2022, at just 23 years old, Jefferson led the league with 128 receptions and 1,809 receiving yards, earning him the Offensive Player of the Year award.
How Much is Justin Jefferson Getting Paid?
The Minnesota Vikings are signing Justin Jefferson to a four-year, $140 million contract extension, which includes $110 million guaranteed, according to NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero.
How Many Rings Does Justin Jefferson Have?
Justin Jefferson currently has zero Super Bowl rings. His performance stats include:
- 88 receptions
- 108 receptions
- 128 receptions
- 68 receptions
How Fast is Justin Jefferson?
At the 2020 NFL Combine, LSU Tigers wide receiver Justin Jefferson ran the 40-yard dash in an official time of 4.43 seconds.
How Much Does Justin Jefferson Make a Year?
With his new contract, Justin Jefferson will be earning an average annual salary of $35 million from the Minnesota Vikings.
Looking Ahead
With his new contract in place, Jefferson is set to start the 2024 season with a new quarterback following Kirk Cousins’ offseason departure. The Vikings will be looking to either veteran Sam Darnold or rookie J.J. McCarthy to take over and benefit from Jefferson’s exceptional skills on the field.
Jefferson’s long-awaited extension arrives just in time for the Vikings to focus on their upcoming season, as the team begins mandatory minicamp on Tuesday.
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