While the 2023 season was a disappointment, the Vikings lost quarterback Kirk Cousins shortly before the midseason mark and superstar wideout Justin Jefferson missed seven games due to a hamstring injury. As a result, there were reasons that the Vikings were unable to follow up on the divisionchampionship won the previous year.
But, in the eyes of many observers, the Vikings cannot use that as an excuse. Injuries are a major part of life in the NFL, and good teams find a way to overcome injuries and bad breaks, and the Vikings were unable to do that.Much more will be expected of the Vikings in 2024, and if they aren’t successful, it will fall on the shoulders of Adofo-Mensah and O’Connell.
The loss of Cousins hurt the Vikings badly last season, but they have to decided if the veteran quarterback is worth the investment to bring him back to the team. While he is an accurate passer who can read defenses and make big plays, he has not had consistent success when facing elite opponents.A decision has to be made on his value to the the team. He is popular in the lockerroom, but a contract that pays him $30-35 million per season would probably be in order when it comes to retaining his services.If they don’t want to make the investment and decide to part company, the Vikings would almost certainly try to trade their quarterback rather than cut him. He has too much value to simply let go.Jefferson is looking for a contract extension that would make him the highest paid receiver in the league. There is no doubt that the Vikings completely value his ability and contributions, and it seems as its just a matter of time before the two sides come to an agreement.
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