Vikings May Trade Jauan Jennings Following Odell Beckham Jr. Signing

The Minnesota Vikings are contemplating a trade involving wide receiver Jauan Jennings after the recent signing of Odell Beckham Jr. to their practice squad. This development has led to speculation about Jennings' availability ahead of the NFL trade deadline on November 10.

Jennings has had a minimal role with the Vikings this season, recording only two receptions for nine yards. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport indicated that Jennings could be traded before the end of October. His previous experience under 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has led to suggestions that he would be a good fit for teams utilizing a similar offensive scheme.

While teams like the San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs, Indianapolis Colts, and Las Vegas Raiders are mentioned as potential destinations for receivers, the Vikings may prefer to trade Jennings rather than release him. His contract includes a $4.5 million signing bonus and a base salary of $1.63 million, which could provide value in a trade.