Jordan Addison enters the 2026 season as the Minnesota Vikings’ clear No. 2 wide receiver behind Justin Jefferson, with Kyler Murray installed as the starting quarterback after a 2025 campaign in which poor play from J.J. McCarthy and others limited Addison to 42 receptions for 610 yards in 14 games. The fifth-year option on his rookie contract was exercised, locking him into the role, while the addition of Jauan Jennings adds target competition in the three-receiver sets. A minor thumb injury sustained in late training camp is not expected to sideline him. Murray’s arrival and an improved offensive line create the primary upside driver for increased volume and efficiency compared with last year’s career lows, though Addison’s historical inconsistency in target share and catch rate keeps season-long receiving-yard totals sensitive to early-week usage and offensive script.