Justin Jefferson hints at who he wants for Vikings' QB job

The Minnesota Vikings have a big void in their lineup to fill. Their starting quarterback for the last six seasons, Kirk Cousins, opted to leave in free agency, signing a four-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons.

The only Vikings quarterbacks currently under contract are Nick Mullens and Jaren Hall. That will change in the coming days, as the team did agree to a contract with Sam Darnold of the San Francisco 49ers.

Something could change in the coming weeks, especially if the Vikings make a move for a quarterback in the 2024 NFL Draft. But one of those three players is likely to be Minnesota's starting quarterback in Week 1 of the 2024 season. 

That trio will benefit from working under a strong coaching staff and with a great supporting cast. The Vikings have a good offensive line and a very strong group of skill position players, led by all-world wide receiver Justin Jefferson.

Can any of those three quarterbacks take advantage of the environment built in Minnesota? Only time will tell. But Jefferson would like to see them make another move at quarterback.

One player that Jefferson would like to see his team replace Cousins with is Bears QB Justin Fields. Chicago has been shopping Fields this offseason but hasn’t found an offer they like, as his market isn’t as robust as they thought it would be.

“We have to build on for after Kirk… Having Justin Fields brings a little more pressure to other teams by having a dominant quarterback — like he is,” Jefferson said.