These Vikings Extensions Could Arrive This Summer

Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images On paper, from a May 2026 viewpoint, the 2027 offseason is scheduled to feature a mass exodus of veteran talent for the Minnesota Vikings. The club didn’t spend much in 2026 free agency — probably because it knew that extending existing players would be a top priority. And as soon as now and during the summer, several players are in line for extensions.

Minnesota can still spend smart by keeping a few familiar names in place. The Vikings won’t extend all of the following players in 2026, but each has a case to ask for more time and money. Internal Contract Decisions on Tap for Minnesota’s Summer Listed in alphabetical order, you can tentatively expect extensions for these players: Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison celebrates with quarterback Sam Darnold after a scoring play, with Dec 29, 2024 placed at U.

S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis as the duo shares energy following a third-quarter touchdown against the Packers, highlighting offensive chemistry during a key divisional matchup late in the season. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images Jordan Addison (WR) The Vikings will probably slow-roll Addison’s extension to ensure he stays out of trouble.

They are not required to extend him this summer, but for a player with zero off-the-field transgressions , now would be the time. Minnesota exercised his fifth-year option last week. So long as he stays out of trouble, Addison will be around for the long haul.