Vikings, T.J. Hockenson agree to contract extension: How big of a role will he have in 2023?

Tight end T.J. Hockenson agreed to a contract extension with the Minnesota Vikings, the team announced Thursday. Here’s what you need to know:

The four-year extension is worth $66 million that can get to $68.5 million, according to league sources. Before the extension, Hockenson ranked 26th among tight ends with a $5.0 million average salary per year from his rookie deal (via Over the Cap).
Minnesota acquired Hockenson in a midseason trade with the Detroit Lions in 2022. Hockenson, a two-time Pro Bowler, caught 60 passes for 519 yards and three touchdowns in his 10 games with the…

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