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Justin Jefferson Strives to Get Back in ‘Savage Mode’ to Give Lagging Vikings Offense a Boost
Jefferson's career lows of 13.5 yards per reception and 76.2 yards per game come amid quarterback changes and double coverage, challenging the Vikings' offensive effectiveness this season.
- Justin Jefferson, the two-time All-Pro, still draws constant double coverage, but his 13.5 yards per reception and 76.2 yards per game are career lows this year.
- Because of quarterback instability and personal matters, the transition to developmental J.J. McCarthy and the five-game switch to Carson Wentz has affected Jefferson, who said he has 'different things going on in my life.'
- Following the 27-19 loss to Baltimore, Justin Jefferson said frustration over two interceptions overrode his instinct to pursue defenders, as emotions ran high during the game.
- Coach Kevin O'Connell said, `And nobody will lead the charge more than Justin`, praising Justin Jefferson's leadership and relentless competitiveness over his six seasons.
- On Thursday Justin Jefferson marked the anniversary of the one-handed fourth-and-18 catch at Buffalo, 2022, as the Vikings host Chicago this Sunday with center Ryan Kelly ruled out.
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The View from VT: Signing a New Corner, Justin Jefferson's Frustration, and Former Viking
Sep 22, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Stefon Diggs (1) and Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) talk after the game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images Vikings Territory works in partnership with PurplePTSD, similarly doing their utmost to put forth excellent Minnesota Vikings content. As a result, we promote what they have to offer in “The View from VT,” a weekly pi…
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