Minneapolis Star-Tribune 4 hours ago
Vikings could be without the touchdown prowess of Thielen
On a Minnesota offense that features Dalvin Cook, who leads the league in rushing yards per game, and has big-play rookie receiver Justin Jefferson garnering headlines, seven-year veteran Adam Thielen is still an important piece for quarterback Kirk Cousins.
Vikings Territory 23 hours ago
Rookie Class Has Been a Home Run
It has certainly been a disappointing season for the Minnesota Vikings, who are currently 4-6 after going 10-6 the year before with a playoff win. One huge positive for them though has been the play of their rookies, especially Justin Jefferson who has been incredible. His 45 receptions are second best among rookies and four … The post Rookie Class Has Been a Home Run appeared first on Vikings Territory.
ClutchPoints Nov 22, 2020
Vikings’ Justin Jefferson fakes out Cowboys secondary for go-ahead long-ball TD
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson caught the go-ahead touchdown pass from quarterback Kirk Cousins, on a fake handoff that fooled the entire Dallas Cowboys defense. Turning on the JETTAS. @JJettas2 #SKOL
Blogging The Boys Nov 22, 2020
Cowboys news: Will Justin Jefferson “Moss” the Cowboys? Latest injury reports and game score predictions
Photo credit should read PAUL BUCK/AFP via Here is your game day edition of Cowboys news! 5 Bold Predictions: Minnesota Vikings vs. Dallas Cowboys - Chris Schad, The Viking Age Five bold predictions, including how we could see a repeat performance from a Vikings rookie receiver against Dallas. Jefferson will “Moss” the Cowboys Remember when Randy Moss destroyed the Cowboys on Thanksgiving in 1998? We may be a couple of days early in this matchup, but there’s a great chance that Justin Jefferson could have a similar performance against Dallas on Sunday...
ClutchPoints Nov 21, 2020
Richard Sherman singles out ‘unique’ talent of Vikings rookie WR Justin Jefferson
San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman offered flattering remarks for Minnesota Vikings rookie wide receiver Justin Jefferson. While speaking at his Pro Football Focus podcast with NBC’s Cris Collinsworth, the 5-time Pro-Bowler suggested the 21-year old has a “very unique” route-running game and has looked like he has played in this league a long time. […] The post Richard Sherman singles out ‘unique’ talent of Vikings rookie WR Justin Jefferson appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Nov 20, 2020
Star cornerback Richard Sherman heaps praise on Vikings WR Justin Jefferson
49ers cornerback Richard Sherman, one of the NFL's best over the past decade and a player who has a good chance to wind up in the Hall of Fame someday, qualifies as a keen observer of wide receiver talent. As such, it was notable to hear what he had to say recently when talking about Vikings rookie WR Justin Jefferson with NBC broadcaster and Pro Football Focus owner Cris Collinsworth Building off the premise of how high Jefferson has been in PFF's wide receiver rankings this season — he sits at No. 2 overall behind Davante Adams and has several top individual weeks — Sherman heaped...
Daily Norseman Nov 20, 2020
Watch Justin Jefferson’s appearance on “Good Morning, Football”
Mike Dinovo-USA TODAY Sports He was interviewed by the NFL Network’s morning show What do you do when you’re the best rookie wide receiver in the National Football League, an Offensive Rookie of the Year candidate, and have put up more receiving yards in the first nine games of your career than guys like Julio Jones, DeAndre Hopkins, and Larry Fitzgerald? You sit down for an interview with the folks from the NFL Network’s official morning show to talk about it, of course! Minnesota Vikings rookie wide receiver Justin Jefferson sat down with the crew from Good...
Bleeding Green Nation Nov 18, 2020
Early on, Eagles passing on Justin Jefferson to draft Jalen Reagor is looking like a mistake
Photo by Hannah Foslien/ Let’s talk about these two rookie wide receivers. Let’s get this disclaimer out of the way at the top: it’s obviously very early into their careers and there’s plenty of time for things to change. But, early on, there’s no denying that the Philadelphia Eagles passing on Justin Jefferson to select Jalen Reagor with the No. 21 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft is looking like a big mistake. It was hard not to think as much during the Minnesota Vikings’ Week 10 win on Monday Night Football while Jefferson went over 100 receiving yards...
The Viking Age Nov 17, 2020
Justin Jefferson put a ridiculous move on a Bears defender on Monday
The Minnesota Vikings rookie receiver had another impressive performance on Monday night. Following the decision to trade Stefon Diggs last March, the Minnesota Vikings knew they had to turn to the NFL Draft to find a replacement. With their first pick in last April’s draft, the Vikings went with former LSU receiver Justin Jefferson. So […] Justin Jefferson put a ridiculous move on a Bears defender on Monday - The Viking Age - The Viking Age - Minnesota Vikings News and Fan Community
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Nov 17, 2020
Vikings rookie star Justin Jefferson: 'We've found that energy'
NFL Insider: A three-game win streak with three home games coming up has pumped new life into the once listless team.
ClutchPoints Nov 17, 2020
Justin Jefferson joins Vikings legend Randy Moss in the history books with MNF performance
The Minnesota Vikings posted an impressive 19-13 win over the Chicago Bears on Monday night, and it was thanks in large part to another brilliant effort from rookie wide receiver Justin Jefferson. The 21-year-old made a bit of history on Monday, matching a record previously set the great Randy Moss. Jefferson logged his fourth consecutive […] The post Justin Jefferson joins Vikings legend Randy Moss in the history books with MNF performance appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Twin Cities Nov 17, 2020
Vikings rookie WR Justin Jefferson continues to impress Randy Moss
Before Monday night’s game at Soldier Field, ESPN analyst Randy Moss spoke on the air about how much he likes Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson. The rookie then went out and impressed Moss even more. Jefferson caught eight passes for 135 yards in Minnesota’s 19-13 win over Chicago. That enabled him to tie Moss’ 1998 […]
Bear Goggles On Nov 12, 2020
Chicago Bears Film Study: How Justin Jefferson could challenge Buster Skrine
The Chicago Bears need to prepare for Justin Jefferson take on Buster Skrine Justin Jefferson has been a breakout rookie wide receiver, and his emergence has helped the Minnesota Vikings go 3-2 in their past five games. We all know that the Chicago Bears do not move their cornerbacks around, and they will not change […] Chicago Bears Film Study: How Justin Jefferson could challenge Buster Skrine - Bear Goggles On - Bear Goggles On - Chicago Bears News and Fan Community
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Nov 11, 2020
Vikings midseason report: Receivers and tight ends
The Vikings are halfway through their 2020 schedule at 3-5. Every day leading up to Monday night's game in Chicago, we'll break down how each position has fared so far. Roster Receivers: Adam Thielen, Justin Jefferson, Bisi Johnson, Chad Beebe, Tajae Sharpe, K.J. Osborn, Dan Chisena and Alexander Hollins (practice squad) Tight ends: Kyle Rudolph, Irv Smith Jr., Tyler Conklin and Brandon Dillon (practice squad) Preseason expectations Trading Stefon Diggs to Buffalo created a void in the Vikings offense that, for the most part, was thought to have needed a group effort to replace while rookie...
Vikings Territory Nov 9, 2020
Is the TE1 Torch Being Passed to Irv Smith?
Is the TE1 Torch Being Passed to Irv Smith? Following a Week 9 victory, Minneapolis media (we included) are abuzz about Dalvin Cook’s aspiring MVP candidacy, the Vikings schedule opening up in the next month, Justin Jefferson’s marvelous rookie season, and the progression of other young players like Jeff Gladney and Ezra Cleveland. All topics … The post Is the TE1 Torch Being Passed to Irv Smith? appeared first on Vikings Territory.
