Vikings reportedly set to sign wide receiver Jordan Taylor

A day after locking up Adam Thielen with a huge extension, the Vikings are making a more under-the-radar move at the wide receiver position. Minnesota is signing Jordan Taylor, a source told Aaron Wilson of The Houston Chronicle (Twitter link). Per Wilson, it’s a one-year deal for Taylor. He visited with the Vikings on Monday, and they apparently liked what they saw. He comes to Minnesota from Denver, where Taylor spent the first four years of his career. An undrafted free agent from Rice, Taylor signed with the Broncos in 2015. He spent his entire rookie season on the practice squad, but made a big impact in his second year. In 2016 he appeared in all 16 games, catching 16 passes for 209 yards and two touchdowns while also contributing on special teams. Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times tweeted that the Seahawks “had also shown interest” in the wideout. In 2017 Taylor missed some time with injuries, catching 13 passes for 142 yards in 10 games and two starts. Nicknamed "Sunshine," Taylor became a fan favori

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