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Hockenson Contract Restructured: Vikings Secure Key Tight End
8 Mar
Summary
- T.J. Hockenson's contract was restructured, saving the Vikings $5 million.
- His previous 2026 cap number was set at $21.296 million.
- The Vikings aim to find a competent backup for J.J. McCarthy.
The Minnesota Vikings have successfully restructured veteran tight end T.J. Hockenson's contract, a move that generates $5 million in cap space for the 2026 season. This decision averts Hockenson's release as the team navigates its salary cap limitations. His previous contract had a substantial 2026 cap hit of $21.296 million.
Hockenson, acquired by the Vikings in 2022, had a notable 2023 season with 95 catches for 960 yards and five touchdowns. The team's recent cap-saving measures, including the release of other veterans, are a consequence of their aggressive roster enhancements from the previous year, particularly in support of quarterback J.J. McCarthy. A pressing need for the Vikings this offseason is to identify a capable backup or challenger for McCarthy's position.
