A New York Jets reunion is off the board for Jamal Adams.
According to FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz, the former Jets safety has signed with the Minnesota Vikings, ending any realistic buzz about a return to the team that made him the No. 6 overall pick in the 2017 draft.
“Breaking: 3x All-Pro S Jamal Adams is signing with the #Vikings, multiple sources tell me.
Adams, who switched to LB for the Raiders last season, recorded 45 tackles, 5 TFLs and 1 sack in Vegas. pic.twitter.com/78jQVXVLqf
- Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) July 28, 2026”
Adams spent this offseason openly pushing for another shot in New York, and a Jets comeback had been a logical fit for both sides. That possibility is gone now with his move to Minnesota.
Last season with the Las Vegas Raiders, Adams made the full-time switch from strong safety to linebacker. He played all 17 games, starting four, and logged 448 defensive snaps.
The production was solid. Adams posted 45 total tackles, including five for loss, and added one forced fumble.
His work in coverage also held up well. Pro Football Focus gave him a 67.3 overall grade, which ranked 33rd among 88 qualified linebackers, and his 69.2 coverage grade checked in 15th.
The pass rush remained part of his game, too. On 35 pass-rush snaps, Adams generated seven total pressures for a 20% pressure rate, along with a sack and a hit.
“Jamal Adams liked the opportunity to have a chance to earn a role with a Brian Flores defense, which has a history of utilizing players like him,” Schultz added.
“Jamal Adams liked the opportunity to have a chance to earn a role with a Brian Flores defense, which has a history of utilizing players like him… https://t.co/3U5m4vmvi4
- Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) July 28, 2026”
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