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 his first 28 games. Jefferson had the second-most receiving yards by a rookie in NFL history last year, breaking several franchise rookie records previously held by the Hall of Famer Moss.

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Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Sam Darnold connected with a well-covered Justin Jefferson with 3:51 left for his third TD pass of the game, and the Minnesota Vikings outlasted Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks 27-24 on Sunday to keep pace with Detroit for the top spot in the NFC. After the Seahawks took the lead on Smith’s third TD pass, Darnold led …

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 …

Did Jaguars find formula for slowing down Justin Jefferson and Vikings offense?
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Did Jaguars find formula for slowing down Justin Jefferson and Vikings offense?

New York Times  

EAGAN, Minn. — Let’s set straight a misunderstanding about Kevin O’Connell’s play calling: The Minnesota Vikings coach does not call plays from a script. The Jags played a higher percentage of two-high safety coverage against the Vikings’ pass plays than any NFL team has played since 2018, according to Next Gen Stats. “There’s trying to have a coverage plan to …

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 reach agreement with Jefferson on 4-year extension to give him NFL’s richest non-QB contract
7 months, 1 week ago

Vikings reach agreement with Jefferson on 4-year extension to give him NFL’s richest non-QB contract

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Justin Jefferson became the latest player to cash in on the league-wide push for elite pass catchers. “There’s more to be done.” Jefferson, who has the most receiving yards in league history through a player’s first four seasons, had entered the final year of his rookie deal. “He is the living embodiment of our culture with his joyful …

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 …

Packers-Vikings could be wild-card elimination game, with division clinched for Lions
1 year ago

Packers-Vikings could be wild-card elimination game, with division clinched for Lions

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY at MINNESOTA Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC OPENING LINE: Vikings by 1½, per FanDuel Sportsbook. Jayden Reed didn’t play last week and has been a limited participant in practice.. Packers S Darnell Savage has sat out two straight games and practiced on a limited basis this week. With OLB Marcus Davenport out for the past nine games and …

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 …

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 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 …

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 …

Rams agree to trade receiver Van Jefferson to the Atlanta Falcons
1 year, 3 months ago

Rams agree to trade receiver Van Jefferson to the Atlanta Falcons

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Van Jefferson catches a touchdown pass while defended by Raiders cornerback Troy Pride Jr. last season. The season is only five games old and the Rams traded another player Tuesday from their 2020 draft class. Receiver Van Jefferson, 27, was the latest to go in a deal with the Atlanta Falcons. Jefferson joins running back Cam Akers …

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.” …

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 …

With season on the line, Chargers have no choice but to slow down Justin Jefferson
1 year, 3 months ago

With season on the line, Chargers have no choice but to slow down Justin Jefferson

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Chargers vs Cowboys on Monday Night Football. GO DEEPER Justin Jefferson eclipses 5,000 career receiving yards Through two weeks, the Chargers are giving up explosive passes on 24.6 percent of the pass attempts they face, the highest rate in the league, according to TruMedia. Through two weeks, Chargers defenders have been misplaying leverages and …

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 …

Vikings get Jefferson back for minicamp as star WR takes contract talk in stride
1 year, 6 months ago

Vikings get Jefferson back for minicamp as star WR takes contract talk in stride

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Justin Jefferson jogged onto the sun-soaked practice field, proceeding to jump in the air with a karate kick of his left leg as he approached his teammates. “He was in great shape, moving around today like I expected him to be, mentally still really sharp.” Jefferson, an unanimous All-Pro pick for 2022 who has two years remaining …

‘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 …

Alexander playing major role in Packers’ late-season surge
2 years ago

Alexander playing major role in Packers’ late-season surge

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers enter their regular-season finale controlling their playoff fate in part because their lone Pro Bowl selection has cemented his status as one of the league’s top cornerbacks. Alexander said during the offseason that the “sky’s the limit” for Green Bay’s secondary because “the general’s back.” After a slow start to the season, …

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, …

Rams’ receiving trio grabs at chance to shine with stars sidelined
2 years ago

Rams’ receiving trio grabs at chance to shine with stars sidelined

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Van Jefferson catches a game-winning, 23-yard touchdown pass in a 17-16 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Dec. 8. With 10 seconds left, Jefferson beat press coverage and grabbed a pass from quarterback Baker Mayfield to finish a 98-yard scoring drive that helped end the Rams’ six-game losing streak. Jefferson, Ben Skowronek and Tutu Atwell had …

Cook, Vikings can’t capitalize on Jefferson’s record day
2 years ago

Cook, Vikings can’t capitalize on Jefferson’s record day

Associated Press  

DETROIT — In the end, no amount of fireworks from Kirk Cousins and Justin Jefferson — and they set the air ablaze Sunday — could overcome perhaps the worst game of Vikings running back Dalvin Cook’s six-year career. “When I look at it, there was some positive performances from some individual players and some things that gave us a chance …

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 …

Cousins, Vikings snap to life with late TD, beat Bears 29-22
2 years, 3 months ago

Cousins, Vikings snap to life with late TD, beat Bears 29-22

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings established a remarkable rhythm early. Cousins scored on a 1-yard quarterback sneak with 2:26 remaining on Minnesota’s fifth third-down conversion of its go-ahead drive, and the Vikings snapped out of another mid-game slump just in time to beat the Chicago Bears 29-22 on Sunday. “I’m not where I was at the end …

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, …

Jefferson generates 4 TDs to power Arkansas past Cincinnati
2 years, 4 months ago

Jefferson generates 4 TDs to power Arkansas past Cincinnati

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “Seems to me like when the game gets a little tighter, a little closer, when he’s really got to take over the game, he’s got the knack to do it,” Arkansas coach Sam Pittman said. Cincinnati’s Ben Bryant, a transfer from Eastern Michigan, ultimately threw for …

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 …

Jefferson lands 17 yards short of Vikings receiving record
3 years ago

Jefferson lands 17 yards short of Vikings receiving record

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The mostly quiet crowd in Minnesota for a game without meaning or purpose for the playoffs came to life in the fourth quarter as the Vikings rallied past the Chicago Bears 31-17 on Sunday. The second-year star wide receiver, who caught a 45-yard touchdown pass from Kirk Cousins to tie the game with 13:35 remaining, wound up 17 …

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 …

Cousins thriving while Vikings find balance on offense
3 years, 3 months ago

Cousins thriving while Vikings find balance on offense

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Kirk Cousins took the shotgun snap and had the Seattle Seahawks’ pass rush immediately closing in. Running back Alexander Mattison, filling in for the injured Dalvin Cook rushed for 112 yards, including 76 yards in the second half to help salt away Minnesota’s 30-17 victory. He’s going to trust you.” Minnesota is fourth in the league in …

‘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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