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Where do things stand with Jonathan Greenard and the Vikings?
TL;DR
Jonathan Greenard, the Vikings' EDGE rusher, seeks a new contract, but the team is hesitant to meet his demands. Rumors of a potential trade have surfaced, especially as the draft approaches.
Key points
- Jonathan Greenard wants a new deal from the Vikings.
- The Vikings are hesitant to meet Greenard's demands.
- Rumors of a trade have emerged as the draft approaches.
- The Vikings could target players like Jeremiyah Love or Caleb Downs.
Jeremiyah LoveCaleb DownsJonathan GreenardMinnesota Vikings
Rumors have quieted surrounding Minnesota Vikings EDGE rusher Jonathan Greenard recently. The 2024 Pro Bowler wants a new deal, but it appears the Vikings don't want to accommodate him.
Last month, Adam Schefter reported the Vikings were "open" to trading Greenard. But he still remains on the team.
However, could a draft-night trade make sense? Minnesota could look to potentially move up the board if someone like Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love or Ohio State safety Caleb Downs begins to slide.
Zachary Pereles of CBS Sports recently wrote that what interim GM Rob Brzezinski could make another big offseason splash by dealing Greenard during the draft.
Executive vice president of football operations Rob Brzezinski is serving as interim GM, and he will continue to do so through the draft. Only then will a full search begin. But Brzezinski has made several big calls this offseason, including signing Murray and exercising Jordan Addison's fifth-year option.
He also has big calls to make. Obviously the draft will be crucial, but there's also the potential for a Jonathan Greenard deal. Minnesota has been open to trading the 28-year-old pass rusher. The Vikings are just barely salary cap-compliant right now, even after releasing Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave and bringing back Aaron Jones on a cheaper deal. Greenard carries a cap hit of over $22 million each of the next two seasons. Perhaps the Vikings, having not found a trade partner in March, hold steady. Or perhaps April -- maybe during the draft -- is when the 2024 Pro Bowler finds a new home.
The 2025 season was frustrating for Greenard. Although he led the team with 47 pressures, he amassed only three sacks, allowing quarterbacks to escape his grasp far too many times. Greenard missed the final three weeks of the season after undergoing shoulder surgery.
If the Vikings believe Dallas Turner is ready to take another step in his own development, perhaps it makes sense to move on from Greenard if the right trade package presents itself. Otherwise, Minnesota should consider keeping Greenard, a locker room leader, on the team.
Q&A
What is the current contract situation of Jonathan Greenard with the Vikings?
Jonathan Greenard is seeking a new deal, but the Vikings are not inclined to accommodate his request.
Are the Vikings considering trading Jonathan Greenard?
Yes, the Vikings were reported to be open to trading Greenard, especially as the draft approaches.
Who could the Vikings target in a trade involving Jonathan Greenard?
The Vikings might look to move up in the draft to select players like Jeremiyah Love or Caleb Downs if they slide.
