{"id":281875,"date":"2026-05-04T13:30:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T17:30:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=281875"},"modified":"2026-05-03T22:47:58","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T02:47:58","slug":"browns-jerry-jeudy-trade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2026\/05\/04\/browns-jerry-jeudy-trade\/","title":{"rendered":"Browns, Vikings Connected in Latest Substantial Blockbuster $52 Million Trade"},"content":{"rendered":"

Coming off one of his worst seasons as a Cleveland Brown, there are questions surrounding Jerry Jeudy and his future with the team. However, a source has predicted<\/a> that Jerry Jeudy may join the Minnesota Vikings in a trade proposal that involves a fifth or sixth-round pick. Although there are questions about what the future holds for Jeudy in Cleveland, it’s easy to see why the Vikings might be the perfect fit. The Vikings lost Jalen Nailor to the Las Vegas Raiders this free agency, which means Tai Felton will need to step up. Even though Minnesota still has Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison<\/a>, there is still an obvious hole, and that’s where Jeudy fills in.<\/p>\n

This would allow Jeudy to either take over as the immediate WR2 for deep routes from either Kyler Murray or JJ McCarthy or be a ferocious route-runner. If the Vikings want to sign a receiver before the 2026 season, especially since they just signed Murray this offseason, they could pursue Jerry Jeudy.<\/p>\n

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Browns, Vikings Connected in Latest Substantial Blockbuster $52 Million Jerry Jeudy Trade<\/h2>\n

Meanwhile, the Browns receiver posted just 50 catches, 602 receiving yards and two touchdowns in 2025 due to a poor quarterback situation between Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel. The hope is that Jeudy could revitalize his career in Cleveland this upcoming season<\/a>, but with the selections of Denzel Boston<\/a> and KC Concepcion, it might be hard to do that. Jeudy was dealt previously two seasons ago when he originally started his career with the Denver Broncos.<\/p>\n

The receiver is still one of the better pass-catchers in the league, posting 90 receptions and 1,229 receiving yards in 2024 with the Browns. If the Todd Monken era is embracing a new WR scene between Boston and Concepcion, Jeudy could be garnering interest from these other teams, too.<\/p>\n

Other Possible Fits<\/h2>\n

Carolina Panthers<\/h3>\n

It has been a fruitful offseason for the Carolina Panthers. After signing Devin Lloyd and Jaelan Phillips to upgrade the pass-rushing unit, the Panthers also improved the offense. The team selected Chris Brazzell II<\/a> while adding depth in free agency, signing John Metchie. There’s still some work to do to help Bryce Young have another exhilarating season. While Tetairoa McMillan<\/a> and Jalen Coker have popped off, it’s been quiet for Xavier Legette.<\/p>\n

Carolina could entertain the idea of sending Legette and a sixth-round pick for Jerry Jeudy. This would help the Panthers’ postseason chances and get Young a new contract<\/a>, which is on hold for now.<\/p>\n

Indianapolis Colts<\/h3>\n

As for the Colts, the team is in dire need of a receiver after being forced to trade Michael Pittman Jr. to Pittsburgh. The Colts re-signed Daniel Jones earlier this offseason, but he needs another pass-catcher other than Alec Pierce<\/a> and Josh Downs. Jerry Jeudy’s contract isn’t over until after the 2027 season, but Indianapolis could figure out a new deal for at least a year until they draft a receiver next season.<\/p>\n

Los Angeles Rams<\/h3>\n

Speaking of the future, the Rams and Matthew Stafford<\/a> are figuring out the future in terms of a contract. However, the first-round selection of Ty Simpson has made that complicated<\/a>. Head Coach Sean McVay obviously isn’t happy with the selection, which means he prefers Stafford. With the Rams rebuilding either way soon, the team could benefit from trading for Jerry Jeudy to help Davante Adams in the slot.<\/p>\n

The Rams explored trading Adams earlier this offseason, but decided against it. Puka Nacua is a clear-cut WR1 for this offense. However, it will take more than just him to elevate this offense. He can’t do it alone, and Jerry Jeudy could be the perfect replacement once Adams retires.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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