EAGAN, Minn. -- Kwesi Adofo-Mensah was basking in relief after a massive contract agreement with tight end T.J. Hockenson was announced Thursday. The glow lasted all of four minutes before the obvious follow-up question arrived from a local reporter.
"Is Justin Jefferson next?"
Yes, the Minnesota Vikings general manager had a full plate this week. Along with the usual maneuvering to establish a 53-man roster, Adofo-Mensah was negotiating not only with Hockenson's agent but also with Jefferson's representatives. The All-Pro receiver became eligible for a contract extension of his own after last season, and while neither Jefferson nor the Vikings have said it explicitly, it's quite possible the ensuing talks are down to their final 10 days.