Aaron Jones, RB
2 years, $20 million
$13 million guaranteed
Ryan Wright, P
1 year, $1.75 million
Even though he’s passed the age of 30, it’s great to have Aaron Jones back. On and off the field, he was terrific last season. His 255 carries and 1,138 rushing yards were career highs. Jones often dealt with injuries through. While he had a few nicks and aches, Jones started every game for the Vikings. He did wear down as the season neared the final weeks. It’s important that the Vikings add a running back early in the 2025 NFL Draft. With an effective running tandem and an improved offensive line, Jones should be the dynamic back that he has the talent to be for the entire season.
On the surface, Jones’ deal averages $10 million/year. In reality, it probably averages closer to $6.5 million/year. He gets $11.5 guaranteed at signing, including a $8 million signing bonus. For this year, the deal will carry a $4.8 million cap hit.
Ryan Wright’s re-signing provides punting stability. Seeing as he had some struggles last season, he’ll surely face some offseason and training camp competition.
The Vikings are now just hours away from having “legal” negotiation competition for cornerback Byron Murphy Jr., Camryn Bynum, Daniel Jones, and the rest of their soon-to-be free agents. I’m still hopeful for Murphy.
In addition to Byron Murphy Jr., I’m hoping for the addition of the following players:
Will Fries, G
Jonathan Allen, DT
Paulson Adebo, CB
That would be a nice start for the 2025 offseason.
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