Former Vikings WR Lands in Tennessee
The Minnesota Vikings haven’t done much in the form of adding big time additions this offseason. They’ll further explore those opportunities later this month while utilizing their current crop of nine draft picks.
Kevin O’Connell and interim general manager Rob Brzezinski have been working through supplementing the roster this offseason. The interior defensive line, safety position, running back, and a few others are among the positions have taken immediate considerations.
A sneaky spot of concern for MN could be the wide receiver room. Jalen Nailor got $35 million from the Las Vegas Raiders, and it could mostly be on 2025 draft pick Tai Felton to step up. If Minnesota wanted to hedge their bets with a free agent, though, one very familiar face is no longer an option.
No Minnesota Vikings reunion for KJ Osborn
Before Jalen Nailor could get his opportunity to fly, he needed incumbent WR3 K.J. Osborn to leave town. That happened two years ago when Osborn signed with the New England Patriots after hitting free agency. He was released by the Washington Commanders during the preseason last year, but has now finally found a new home.
Titans are signing are signing former Commanders free-agent wide receiver KJ Osborn to a one-year deal, per source. pic.twitter.com/bKLaXPM6I6
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 1, 2026
Osborn latched on with Washington at the end of 2024 for just a single game. He was in camp competing for a spot last season, but didn’t stick and ultimately never appeared in regular season action. In November, Osborn landed on the Atlanta Falcons practice squad, but he was released in January.
In 2024 the veteran wideout was targeted just 18 times in eight games. He turned seven of those into receptions, accruing 57 yards and a touchdown. It has been quite some time since Osborn was really productive, back in the 2023 season with Minnesota.
At his best, Osborn produced 655 yards and seven touchdowns during the 2021 season with the Minnesota Vikings. Now 28 years old, and turning 29 this season, Osborn is hardly the same player he was earlier in his career. And he was certainly, still open to the idea of a reunion if Minnesota came calling.
In Tennessee now, Osborn will look to fight for reps behind Calvin Ridley, Elic Ayomanor, and Wan’Dale Robinson. Second-year quarterback Cam Ward will certainly welcome as many weapons as he can get.
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