Vikings, T.J. Hockenson Far Apart In Contract Talks
1 year agoThe Minnesota Vikings and tight end T.J. Hockenson are far apart on a long-term contract extension, according to league sources. Hockenson wants to reset the market with a historic contract extension for tight ends and is heading into the final year of a four-year, $19.82 million deal. The two-time Pro Bowler has missed most of training camp with an ear infection and now back soreness, but he's not expected to be out for much longer. After being acquired from the Detroit Lions at midseason in 2022, Hockenson had 60 receptions for 519 yards and three touchdowns in 10 games for the Vikings. He was targeted more than all but six pass-catchers in the NFL in the final weeks of last season. If fully healthy, the 26-year-old is a top-five TE1 in fantasy. If they don't sign him to an extension, Hockenson could be a candidate for the franchise tag next March.
Source: The Athletic - Dianna Russini and Alec Lewis
Source: The Athletic - Dianna Russini and Alec Lewis