Though he still might not be a household name, tight end Josh Oliver fills an important role for the Vikings.
That explains why the Vikings announced on Tuesday morning that they had signed Oliver to a lucrative contract extension that keeps him around through 2028.
The decision to extend Oliver helps the Vikings maintain another key piece of their core. It’s reportedly a 3-year, $23.25 million contract extension for Oliver that has a max value of $27.5 million.
It’s a fair deal for Oliver, among the best blocking tight ends in NFL, who also is starting to establish himself as proven pass catcher.
In total, the Oliver finished last season with 22 catches for 258 yards and 3 touchdowns last season, doing most of his damage while filling in for fellow tight end T.J. Hockenson. Together, Oliver and Hockenson give the Vikings a dynamic duo at tight end for the foreseeable future.
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