This Vikings-Raiders Trade for Anthony Harris Could Actually Work

The drama remains ongoing in Minnesota even now, more than a month after the Vikings traded away disgruntled receiver Stefon Diggs. Just before the start of the 2020 league year, Minnesota placed the franchise tag on impending free agent Anthony Harris, with the overwhelming belief being that the Vikings would flip him to another team.

There was a glimmer of hope in the Twin Cities just days ago, as a report suggested that the Vikings sent Harris the kind of offer that could finalize an extension. However, that very news update also revealed that there were factors that would prevent Harris agreeing to sign a long-term contract altogether.

Since the uncertainty surrounding Harris remains, the Las Vegas Raiders should pick up the phone get the Vikings to agree to a trade.

The Raiders have a safety of the future in Johnathan Abram, but entering the 2020 season, he's going to be paired alongside short-term options. Damarious Randall and Jeff Heath were signed this offseason, but for deals that last no longer than two seasons. Bringing in Harris would give Sin City a dynamic duo in the secondary for years to come.

Las Vegas' main deterrent is their current cap situation. So, in order to acquire Harris, the Raiders could send wide receiver Tyrell Williams, who carries a similar cap hit to Harris at $11 million, and either a sixth- or seventh-round pick in order to get the deal done.

Compared to seeing Harris walking away for nothing next year, it's a deal Minnesota ought to consider.

Minnesota get a receiver to pair alongside Adam Thielen. Yes, Williams isn't in the same class as Diggs or potential trade target Odell Beckham Jr., but he could prove to be serviceable in Minnesota's effective offense. As for the Raiders, they'd be able to replace Williams easily with one (or both) of their first-round picks in this year's NFL Draft, all while locking in their safety of the future.