Is Jonathan Greenard Staying in Minnesota?
Kirby Lee It has been the somewhat surprising major story of the Minnesota Vikings’ offseason. The team’s leading pass rusher, Jonathan Greenard, saw his name suddenly appear in trade rumors. However, no team has made an offer that would cause the Vikings to pull the trigger on a trade.
So, is Greenard staying in Minnesota? All Signs Point to Greenard’s Return to MIN The Vikings signed Greenard to a four-year, $76 million contract back in 2024. It looked like a bargain at the time, and now it seems Greenard wants a pay rise, which is what sparked the trade speculation in the first place.
Minnesota got its salary cap in order without trading Greenard, and with the first phase of free agency done, there doesn’t seem to be any great need to make a trade. Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard lines up on defense during the NFC Wild Card matchup against the Los Angeles Rams on Jan. 13, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
The veteran pass rusher set the tone for Minnesota’s defensive front, applying steady pressure and leadership during the intense postseason clash as the Vikings looked to contain Los Angeles’ high-powered offensive unit. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images.
Amid all the rumors and speculation, Greenard dropped a cryptic message on X over the weekend that caught people’s attention. Can’t stop what’s already written… God you’re awesome all the time. — Jonathan Greenard (@jongreenard7) March 22, 2026 Greenard has been active on social media in recent weeks, but has never said anything about his future.