Justin Jefferson could play for the Vikings this week after a chest injury from a hard hit
1 year ago

Justin Jefferson could play for the Vikings this week after a chest injury from a hard hit

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson avoided internal injury from the airborne hit he took while catching a pass that cut short his return to action and has a “good chance” to play this week, coach Kevin O’Connell said Monday. After missing seven games with a hamstring strain, Jefferson was sidelined again Sunday at Las Vegas when he went high for a 15-yard completion in the second quarter and was smacked hard from the side by Raiders safety Marcus Epps. O’Connell said Jefferson’s status is considered day to day. “It’s just a matter of continuing to monitor any potential things that could arise, but what he’s like from a standpoint of his ability to get some preparation in throughout the week and feel comfortable and ready to go for Saturday will be determined as we go here.” The Vikings also lost right tackle Brian O’Neill and running back Alexander Mattison to sprained ankles during the game.

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Monday Night Football: Justin Jefferson dedicates performance in Vikings win to Randy Moss
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Monday Night Football: Justin Jefferson dedicates performance in Vikings win to Randy Moss

CNN  

CNN — The NFL’s Week 15 concluded with the league’s final Monday Night Football doubleheader of the season. Before Monday’s game, former Vikings receivers Chris Carter and Jake Reed showed support for their former teammate Randy Moss by holding up his #84 jersey during the coin toss at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. David Becker/AP Falcons end four-game skid to …

Monday Night Football: Justin Jefferson dedicates performance in Vikings win to Randy Moss
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Monday Night Football: Justin Jefferson dedicates performance in Vikings win to Randy Moss

CNN  

CNN — The NFL’s Week 15 concluded with the league’s final Monday Night Football doubleheader of the season. Before Monday’s game, former Vikings receivers Chris Carter and Jake Reed showed support for their former teammate Randy Moss by holding up his #84 jersey during the coin toss at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. David Becker/AP Falcons end four-game skid to …

How Justin Jefferson played a huge role beyond the box score in Vikings’ win over Bears
1 month, 2 weeks ago

How Justin Jefferson played a huge role beyond the box score in Vikings’ win over Bears

New York Times  

EAGAN, Minn. — If you were a defensive coordinator, how would you defend yourself? “It’s either let everybody else go off or let Justin go off,” the Minnesota Vikings’ superstar receiver said. Even when elite cornerback Jaylon Johnson manned Jefferson on the line of scrimmage, Chicago’s linebackers and safeties shaded toward Jefferson and seemed attentive to his every move. Jefferson …

Jefferson keeps seeing double as Vikings aim to stay focused on overall offensive production
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jefferson keeps seeing double as Vikings aim to stay focused on overall offensive production

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Justin Jefferson might be weary of all the safeties shadowing his every route, determined not to let the Minnesota Vikings go deep, but he’s hardly angry. “We see that every week: Teams just have different tendencies on film, and then when we go out on the field they play us totally different,” Jefferson said, later adding: “I …

Vikings clear Jefferson to play but rule out Addison, Pace and Turner against Texans
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Vikings clear Jefferson to play but rule out Addison, Pace and Turner against Texans

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Justin Jefferson maintained confidence he would play this week despite the bruised quadriceps that forced him out of the last game. He got great work in today, and I think he feels ready to roll,” Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said. Jefferson practiced on a limited basis as a precaution on Wednesday and Thursday, when the 2022 AP …

Vikings look to Justin Jefferson for even greater leadership role now that his new deal is done
7 months ago

Vikings look to Justin Jefferson for even greater leadership role now that his new deal is done

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The wide receiver position in the NFL has been home over the years to some of the most dynamic yet moody superstars in the sport. “He’s a culture-changer.” That reputation was cemented last year after Jefferson suffered a hamstring strain that ultimately kept him out for seven games. “The way he handled it and the work he …

Vikings make Justin Jefferson NFL’s highest-paid non-QB with $140M extension: Sources
7 months, 1 week ago

Vikings make Justin Jefferson NFL’s highest-paid non-QB with $140M extension: Sources

New York Times  

More than a year ago, in January 2023, a handful of Minnesota Vikings legends gushed about Justin Jefferson. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Justin “Jets” Jefferson “The time has finally come, the deal I’ve been waiting for since I was a little kid,” Jefferson said in a video posted on Instagram. The Vikings first broached the …

Vikings seek new deal with Justin Jefferson; star WR absent so far from workouts, AP source says
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Vikings seek new deal with Justin Jefferson; star WR absent so far from workouts, AP source says

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings have one major piece of roster management remaining on their agenda before the regular season: signing superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson to a contract extension. Without a new deal in place, Jefferson was absent on Monday when the Vikings held their first of 10 allowable organized team activities, according to a person with knowledge of …

Vikings GM on trading Justin Jefferson: ‘Not something that has ever crossed my mind’
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings GM on trading Justin Jefferson: ‘Not something that has ever crossed my mind’

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — He’s usually reserved. On the topic of Jefferson, Adofo-Mensah showed vulnerability, admitting that the preferences of a player of Jefferson’s caliber supersede variables like average annual value, guarantees or contract length. “ in how we’re building this going forward to set us up in a sustained window to win for a long time,” Adofo-Mensah said. “We’ve got to …

Vikings get promising news on WR Justin Jefferson after he’s taken to hospital with chest injury
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings get promising news on WR Justin Jefferson after he’s taken to hospital with chest injury

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson was taken to a hospital after being hit in the chest during Minnesota’s 3-0 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, but he returned to Allegiant Stadium and then flew home with the team. “Feel pretty encouraged about the early news on Justin,” coach Kevin O’Connell said. “From what I’ve been …

Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson will return after 7-game absence for hamstring injury
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson will return after 7-game absence for hamstring injury

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Vikings All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson was activated from injured reserve on Tuesday, cleared to return to action after missing two months with a hamstring injury. Minnesota began its bye week after a 12-10 loss to Chicago on Monday, but Jefferson will be back on the field when the Vikings play at Las Vegas on Dec. 10. …

Vikings opt for caution and keep Jefferson out again in ugly 12-10 loss to Bears
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings opt for caution and keep Jefferson out again in ugly 12-10 loss to Bears

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings took the cautious route by ruling All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson out ahead of the game, his seventh straight game on the sideline with a strained hamstring. Joshua Dobbs threw four interceptions as the Vikings had just 242 total yards in a 12-10 loss to the Chicago Bears on Monday night. “Getting him back, any …

Justin Jefferson tells fans to stop trying to rush him back for Fantasy Football as he recovers from hamstring injury: 'My health is way more important!'
1 year, 1 month ago

Justin Jefferson tells fans to stop trying to rush him back for Fantasy Football as he recovers from hamstring injury: 'My health is way more important!'

Daily Mail  

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson expressed his apathy for fantasy football owners' continuous pleas for him to play while dealing with an injury. Justin Jefferson told fans that his health is far more important than their fantasy football teams Jefferson took to social media to tell fans he could care less about their fantasy teams losing Jefferson has been …

Vikings top Saints 27-19 for 5th straight win on Dobbs’ dazzling half, Winston’s late INTs
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings top Saints 27-19 for 5th straight win on Dobbs’ dazzling half, Winston’s late INTs

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — This latest stop in Minnesota on Joshua Dobbs’ seven-year, seven-team NFL journey has become his most eventful experience in less than two weeks. “It’s just been really cool being able to take it all in.” After an injury to Jaren Hall pressed Dobbs into action in Atlanta without any prior work with the first team offense, the former …

Vikings begin transition of bringing Jefferson back; he’ll wait to play until he’s fully healed
1 year, 2 months ago

Vikings begin transition of bringing Jefferson back; he’ll wait to play until he’s fully healed

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Justin Jefferson has resumed practicing with the Minnesota Vikings this week, a significant step toward his return to the field from a hamstring strain that caused the first absence of his stellar career. I’m always going to want to play football, whether we didn’t win a game or if we had won every single game,” Jefferson said …

Vikings designate star wide receiver Justin Jefferson for return from injured reserve
1 year, 2 months ago

Vikings designate star wide receiver Justin Jefferson for return from injured reserve

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings designated wide receiver Justin Jefferson for return from injured reserve Wednesday, bringing the 2022 NFL Offensive Player of the Year back to practice with three weeks to assess the readiness of his strained right hamstring for game action. But we’re going to take it a day at a time and ultimately do what’s best …

Vikings confirm Cousins is done for the season with a torn Achilles tendon in a devastating blow
1 year, 2 months ago

Vikings confirm Cousins is done for the season with a torn Achilles tendon in a devastating blow

News 18  

EAGAN, Minn.: Kirk Cousins has a torn right Achilles tendon that will end his season, the Minnesota Vikings announced on Monday after his first career injury put a somber tone on their three-game winning streak. New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has raised the possibility of returning yet this season from his torn left Achilles tendon, but after getting hurt …

No Jefferson means Vikings might have to win ugly. That’s just what they did in his 1st absence
1 year, 2 months ago

No Jefferson means Vikings might have to win ugly. That’s just what they did in his 1st absence

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The first game for the Minnesota Vikings without Justin Jefferson was a slog, a glaring reminder of how vital the superstar wide receiver is for their ability to score. “Our offense will be hungry to go back to work and make sure we rectify some of those things, because honestly the way Kirk was throwing it today, I …

Vikings place Justin Jefferson on injured reserve: Who steps up, how this impacts Minnesota
1 year, 3 months ago

Vikings place Justin Jefferson on injured reserve: Who steps up, how this impacts Minnesota

New York Times  

By Alec Lewis, Jake Ciely and Dianna Russini The Minnesota Vikings placed wide receiver Justin Jefferson on injured reserve Wednesday because of his hamstring injury, the team announced. Coach Kevin O’Connell said Monday that the team, which dropped to 1-4, is “going to do what’s best for Justin and make sure we give him the treatment and plan that is …

Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson leaves in the 4th quarter with a hamstring injury
1 year, 3 months ago

Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson leaves in the 4th quarter with a hamstring injury

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was forced out of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs in the fourth quarter due to a right hamstring injury and the team isn’t sure when he’ll return. “See where he’s at as we move along here and diagnose exactly what that injury is, and what that timeline looks like.” …

Justin Jefferson injury looms large as Vikings come up short against Chiefs
1 year, 3 months ago

Justin Jefferson injury looms large as Vikings come up short against Chiefs

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — Justin Jefferson walked alone. “He’s the ultimate competitor.” Minnesota was trying to mount a comeback when Jefferson pulled up on a route in the red zone. “We’ve got to overcome whatever the adversity is.” GO DEEPER NFL Week 5 takeaways: Patriots, Mac Jones unravel again; Eagles stay perfect with imperfect win The Vikings weren’t able to do that …

How the Vikings’ Justin Jefferson is on pace to do what no receiver has ever done
1 year, 3 months ago

How the Vikings’ Justin Jefferson is on pace to do what no receiver has ever done

New York Times  

These days, it’s easy to be numb to Justin Jefferson’s greatness. “You know, if you work at it,” Sullivan told him that day, “you’ve got a chance to be a really good player.” The encouragement forged a connection that developed throughout Jefferson’s time at LSU. “He brought me up for four days,” Sullivan said, “and we went to work.” Jefferson’s …

Justin Jefferson can’t hold on, Vikings’ 4 fumbles prove costly in sloppy loss to Eagles
1 year, 3 months ago

Justin Jefferson can’t hold on, Vikings’ 4 fumbles prove costly in sloppy loss to Eagles

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Justin Jefferson had a touchdown in his grasp. “Justin’s just trying to make a play in that moment,” Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said. “I’m putting a lot on myself, fumbling in the end zone like that when we need points,” Jefferson said. “If Justin is going out of bounds at the 5-yard line, he’s not reaching,” Cousins said. …

Vikings’ Jefferson says he’s unconcerned by tabled contract extension. Says opening loss hurts more
1 year, 4 months ago

Vikings’ Jefferson says he’s unconcerned by tabled contract extension. Says opening loss hurts more

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Justin Jefferson didn’t sound stressed at all by the fact he and the Minnesota Vikings failed to agree on a contract extension before the regular season began, likely tabling negotiations until next spring. “I’ve done something that no one has ever done in the history of the game, so my situation is a little bit different than everyone …

Justin Jefferson not expected to sign Vikings extension before opener, per sources: Any reason to worry?
1 year, 4 months ago

Justin Jefferson not expected to sign Vikings extension before opener, per sources: Any reason to worry?

New York Times  

By Dianna Russini, Alec Lewis and Larry Holder All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson is not expected to sign a contract extension with the Minnesota Vikings before Sunday’s season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, team sources confirmed Saturday. Because, as one of Jefferson’s mentors, longtime wide receivers coach Jerry Sullivan, said, Jefferson simply “loves ball.” He is the type to …

Justin Jefferson selected top wide receiver by panel of AP Pro Football Writers
1 year, 4 months ago

Justin Jefferson selected top wide receiver by panel of AP Pro Football Writers

Associated Press  

Justin Jefferson has been setting records and terrifying defenses since the Minnesota Vikings selected him in the first round of the 2020 NFL draft. The All-Pro wide receiver already broke four franchise records, including surpassing Hall of Famers Cris Carter and Randy Moss for receptions and yards in a single season. Jefferson became the youngest player in NFL history to …

Vikings star Justin Jefferson plays his contract situation cool and welcomes the pressure
1 year, 5 months ago

Vikings star Justin Jefferson plays his contract situation cool and welcomes the pressure

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Justin Jefferson walked off the Minnesota Vikings practice field once the first session of training camp was finished, looking as fit and lean as ever with his easy, wide smile framing his designer sunglasses. The contract is going to play itself out, and I’m just out here to play football.” The relentless drive and gregarious presence of …

Why Van Jefferson is key to the Rams’ rebuilt receiving corps
1 year, 6 months ago

Why Van Jefferson is key to the Rams’ rebuilt receiving corps

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Van Jefferson warms up during their last minicamp camp in Thousand Oaks. “You want the ball to come your way,” he said, “but … I just want to be out there with my teammates, control what I can control and be the best I can be.” Atwell, the Rams’ second-round draft pick in 2021, did not catch …

‘Franchise changer’ Justin Jefferson next in line as Vikings’ legacy of great WRs continues
1 year, 11 months ago

‘Franchise changer’ Justin Jefferson next in line as Vikings’ legacy of great WRs continues

New York Times  

EAGAN, Minn. — He admits now that he was on the lookout. “For me, it’s about Ahmad Rashad,” Carter said. “It’s almost like, overnight, Minnesota became Receiver University.” Vikings wide receiver Randy Moss runs for a 56-yard touchdown against the Cowboys on Thanksgiving Day in 1998. “It’s amazing.” “We’ve got something special in Minneapolis,” Cris Carter said, “and we’ve got …

Vikings’ Jefferson unfazed by big hits, as big games pile up
2 years ago

Vikings’ Jefferson unfazed by big hits, as big games pile up

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — For all the superb skills Justin Jefferson has as the leading receiver in the NFL, from route-running savvy to quick-twitch elusiveness to vertical jump to just pure speed, his ability to simply hang onto the ball for the Minnesota Vikings might be his best attribute of all. “They’re just difficult to hear footsteps and not shrink back, …

Jefferson soaring for Vikings with Cowboys set to visit
2 years, 1 month ago

Jefferson soaring for Vikings with Cowboys set to visit

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Without even a split-second of hesitation, Kirk Cousins can hone in on the exact moment when he knew the Minnesota Vikings had their latest game-changing wide receiver in Justin Jefferson. “Hopefully my name can get in there a couple years later,” Jefferson said, recounting the numerous conversations with relatives, friends, teammates, coaches and others he’s had about the …

Vikings’ offense finding its way in O’Connell’s system
2 years, 3 months ago

Vikings’ offense finding its way in O’Connell’s system

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — As Kirk Cousins opened Sunday with a team-record 18 consecutive completions, star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was the focal point of a Minnesota Vikings offense that scored touchdowns on its first three possessions. “We’ve got a long way to go, five games in, but we’re really seeing some of our philosophy come to life,” O’Connell said. I also …

In-motion Jefferson keeps Vikings moving in new offense
2 years, 3 months ago

In-motion Jefferson keeps Vikings moving in new offense

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Justin Jefferson has proven to be one of the most difficult receivers in the NFL to cover, starting his third season seemingly with the potential to dominate the game for the next decade. “That’s how we kind of get away from the man to man, and if they do play man to man, we’ve got something for …

Jefferson, Vikings beat Packers 23-7 for O’Connell’s 1st win
2 years, 3 months ago

Jefferson, Vikings beat Packers 23-7 for O’Connell’s 1st win

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Having boldly stated before the season his goal to be the best receiver in the league, Minnesota’s Justin Jefferson can already stake a claim to this subjective yet coveted status. Jefferson smashed rival Green Bay for 184 receiving yards and two touchdowns in a record-setting first half, giving new Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell a 23-7 win in his …

Kirk Cousins has Justin Jefferson, Aaron Rodgers has no one as Vikings stake their claim
2 years, 3 months ago

Kirk Cousins has Justin Jefferson, Aaron Rodgers has no one as Vikings stake their claim

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — The sideline told the story in the Minnesota Vikings’ victory Sunday over Green Bay. When Cousins was asked about the exchange after Minnesota’s 23-7 victory, he thought back to Jefferson’s first career touchdown, a 71-yard catch and run against Tennessee in Week 3 of the 2020 season. It was the breakout game for the rookie — seven catches, …

Rams hurting: Matthew Stafford has more arm pain; Van Jefferson needs knee surgery
2 years, 5 months ago

Rams hurting: Matthew Stafford has more arm pain; Van Jefferson needs knee surgery

LA Times  

Matthew Stafford might be signaling “thumbs up,” but the Rams’ quarterback is still experiencing pain in this throwing arm. Jefferson will have knee surgery Tuesday, putting his status for the Sept. 8 opener against the Buffalo Bills “up in the air,” and the Rams took steps to ensure that Stafford is ready to play in that game without lingering pain …

Vikings, Jefferson believe star WR still on verge of takeoff
2 years, 5 months ago

Vikings, Jefferson believe star WR still on verge of takeoff

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — There’s a long list of standout NFL wide receivers who have found their footing in Year 3, when that learning curve for complex playbooks, quarterback chemistry and super-skilled cornerbacks starts to flatten and the breakthrough on the field begins. If Justin Jefferson has yet to hit his stride, well, that’s a daunting thought for the defensive backs …

Vikings leaning hard on Jefferson in quest to save season
3 years, 1 month ago

Vikings leaning hard on Jefferson in quest to save season

Associated Press  

After Adam Thielen was injured on Minnesota’s sixth offensive play Sunday, Kirk Cousins naturally focused on his other standout receiver, Justin Jefferson. “As long as we don’t get the ‘W,’ it doesn’t matter what type of game I have,” Jefferson said. If we don’t come out with the ‘W,’ it’s pointless.” The career day gave Jefferson 2,609 receiving yards through …

Jefferson gives Vikings go-to target, and big-game mentality
3 years, 1 month ago

Jefferson gives Vikings go-to target, and big-game mentality

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Justin Jefferson strutted onto the field for pregame warmups wearing a black-and-purple T-shirt bearing the likeness of his Hall of Fame predecessor Randy Moss. Hopefully he can continue to do that.” In the five games the Vikings have won, Jefferson has been targeted 54 times by Kirk Cousins and totaled 634 receiving yards. “He’s always got a smile …

Jefferson revs up Vikings offense after pair of quiet games
3 years, 1 month ago

Jefferson revs up Vikings offense after pair of quiet games

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — The lack of involvement for Justin Jefferson was so glaring in Minnesota’s two recent losses that coach Mike Zimmer made a point to pull him aside last week and assure him the ball was coming his way. Jefferson’s nickname is “Jet.” Just 25 games into his NFL career, it’s clear nobody can rev up the Vikings offense …

‘Is this guy going to fall?’: The inside story of how the Vikings drafted Justin Jefferson
3 years, 8 months ago

‘Is this guy going to fall?’: The inside story of how the Vikings drafted Justin Jefferson

New York Times  

It seemed their dream of drafting Justin Jefferson was about to be shattered one pick too soon thanks to the Philadelphia Eagles. “He’s going to take a receiver, too, right?” Zimmer asked, referring to Doug Pederson and the Eagles, who held the 21st pick in the NFL Draft, one spot ahead of the Vikings. Zimmer yelled, “Nice!” Spielman chuckled as …

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