According to sources, the Minnesota Vikings are currently in a contract standoff with star receiver Justin Jefferson due to their strict policy on guaranteeing future years on contracts for non-quarterbacks. It is reported that the Vikings are not willing to provide full guarantees beyond the first year, a stance they have only deviated from once before for quarterback Kirk Cousins in 2018.

This development has sparked concerns regarding Jefferson's patience with the team's negotiation process. While money is not the primary issue, the sticking point seems to lie in the contract structure, specifically the lack of long-term guarantees beyond the initial year. Analyst Mike Florio of ProFootballTalk has highlighted the potential consequences of the Vikings' stance, emphasizing that Jefferson's patience may have its limits if the team does not make an exception for him.

In related news, the Vikings have been rumored to be considering a significant trade up to the No. 3 spot in the upcoming draft to acquire a star quarterback prospect. CBS Sports' Josh Edwards suggested that the New England Patriots could provide the Vikings with an opportunity to secure the successor to Kirk Cousins, a move that might impact the team's ongoing contract negotiations with Jefferson.

As the deadline approaches for the Vikings to resolve the contract standoff with Justin Jefferson, all eyes are on the team's ownership and management to decide whether to make an exception to their guarantee policy and secure the future of their star receiver.