Vikings’ Justin Jefferson is highest-paid non-QB in NFL history; another MLB gambling scandal

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JUSTIN JEFFERSON AND THE MINNESOTA VIKINGS

There’s a new richest non-quarterback contract in NFL history, and it’s hard to find anyone more deserving. Justin Jefferson agreed to a four-year, $140 million extension that includes $110 million guaranteed and over $88 million at signing.

You shouldn’t need the stats to prove Jefferson’s incredible career, but just incase, here they are:

The production: Jefferson’s 98.3 yards receiving per game is on pace for most in a career in NFL history. The current mark belongs to Calvin Johnson at 86.1.No empty stats: Since entering the NFL in 2020, Jefferson’s 0.43 expected points added per target ranks third in the NFL (min. 100 targets) behind only Brandon Aiyuk and Tee Higgins.Quarterback’s best friend: According to NFL Next Gen Stats, Jefferson has 40 more catches than expected (based on several factors, like defenders’ positioning, depth of target, etc.), most in the NFL since 2020.

That last point means a lot considering Minnesota is transitioning from Kirk Cousins to first-round rookie J.J. McCarthy and/or Sam Darnold. Wrapping up Jefferson, 24, through 2028 is just…

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Author : Zachary Pereles

Publish date : 2024-06-04 13:12:06

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