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Vikings Restructure Jefferson, Darrisaw Contracts for Cap Relief

3/6/2026

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The Minnesota Vikings restructured contracts for Justin Jefferson and Christian Darrisaw to manage their salary cap.
Jefferson's cap hit was nearly $40 million for 2026 and will rise because of the restructuring.
In 2025, Jefferson recorded 84 catches for 1,048 yards and two touchdowns.
Darrisaw's cap number exceeded $22.5 million; he is signed through 2029, with much of his 2027 salary guaranteed next week.

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The Minnesota Vikings restructured contracts for Justin Jefferson and Christian Darrisaw to manage their salary cap.
Jefferson's cap hit was nearly $40 million for 2026 and will rise because of the restructuring.
In 2025, Jefferson recorded 84 catches for 1,048 yards and two touchdowns.
Darrisaw's cap number exceeded $22.5 million; he is signed through 2029, with much of his 2027 salary guaranteed next week.