In a potential draft day stunner, the Minnesota Vikings are reportedly in talks to acquire All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner from the New York Jets. The rumored trade would send Minnesota’s 28th and 144th picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, along with a 2026 fifth-rounder, to the Jets. In exchange, the Vikings would receive Gardner, the 107th pick in 2025, and a 2026 sixth-rounder.
The Jets, entering a new era under head coach Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey, are rumored to be considering a roster revamp. With Justin Fields recently signed as their quarterback, the team may look to build through the draft by flipping valuable assets like Gardner.
For the Vikings, the move would be a major defensive upgrade, especially with veteran CB Byron Murphy Jr. approaching free agency. Gardner’s arrival could elevate Minnesota’s secondary and solidify their status as a serious NFC contender.
As draft day approaches, all eyes are on this potential blockbuster deal that could shake up the first round