This Vikings-Jaguars Trade for Yannick Ngakoue Could Actually Work
By Michael Luciano
The Jacksonville Jaguars are inching closer towards finally trading pass rusher Yannick Ngakoue, who is demanding a trade after being franchise tagged this offseason.
After coming to terms with the fact that Everson Griffen and Linval Joseph will not be back next season, the Minnesota Vikings should try to trade for Ngakoue.
TO THE HOUSE@YannickNgakoue | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/bHvPX3KABg
— #DUUUVAL (@Jaguars) October 20, 2019
The Vikings have their own standout defensive player on a franchise tag that they're looking to move, as Anthony Harris was hit with it this offseason. A straight swap of both of these players could help both teams get rid of their disgruntled stars while restocking with an elite defensive player at a different position
The Vikings, who have only $14 million in cap space, would likely need to cut or part ways with one of their larger cap hits to get this deal done, and offensive tackle Riley Reiff certainly fits the bill, as he has the highest hit on the team from anyone not named Kirk Cousins.
The #Vikings are expected to trade S Anthony Harris. A deal could be done as soon as next week. Minnesota is looking to acquire a offensive lineman in return for Harris.
— SmartChoiceFootball (@SCF_Network) March 21, 2020
Losing Reiff and a safety of Harris' caliber would certainly sting, but it could help Minnesota put Ngakoue and Danielle Hunter together on the same line. The Jaguars will be free to address the defensive line in the draft, while the Vikings can do the same on their offensive line.