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$32M Vikings WR linked to former team 49ers in surprising NFL trade rumor

By · Via Times of India · Published by Everything Blog

In short

Jennings joined the Vikings on a one-year, $8 million pact after declining a lucrative multi-year extension to stay in the Bay Area. However, his on-field impact has stalled behind Minnesota's top playmakers, resulting in just four catches for 43 yards through five games. A midseason trade could save the Vikings roughly $5 million in cap room and bring back a fifth- or sixth-round draft pick. Despite speculation surrounding an offensive reunion, NFL insider Tom Pelissero reported that the 6-1 49ers are currently not considering bringing Jennings back.

Key points

  • Undefeated Minnesota has fielded inquiries from multiple NFL franchises but is not active…: Undefeated Minnesota has fielded inquiries from multiple NFL franchises but is not actively looking to deal the veteran receiver.
  • The 6-1 49ers could benefit from extra offensive depth behind wide receivers Mike Evans a…: The 6-1 49ers could benefit from extra offensive depth behind wide receivers Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel.
  • NFL insider Tom Pelissero downplayed the speculation by reporting that a San Francisco re…: NFL insider Tom Pelissero downplayed the speculation by reporting that a San Francisco reunion with Jennings is not considered an option.

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Back in the 2026 offseason, NBC Sports studio analyst Matt Maiocco reported the San Francisco 49ers were offering Jauan Jennings a multi-year contract extension worth about $17 million per season. Jennings was looking for far north of $20 million per year.

The 29-year-old WR figured he could bet on himself, have a good season, and earn a worthy contract. The 49ers saved $17 million and went on to invest in Mike Evans and Christian Kirk.

Jennings signed a one-year, $8 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings. The Tennessee alum didn’t get $20 million or $17 million, but settled for $8 million. All that contract drama just got flamed by Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox - because the 2026 NFL trade deadline is here: November 10.

And the analyst just paired Jennings with his former team, the San Francisco 49ers. He’s winning in Minnesota with Kyler Murray, but no, he could still be with his parent team. Maybe because of his limited role.

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