Justin Jefferson

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Justin Jefferson's Quad Goes 'Quad-ruple' Trouble, But Vikings Still Soar!

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Despite Justin Jefferson's quad injury, the Vikings pull off a stunning 23-17 win over the 49ers! Here's the scoop on the game and his condition.

In a nail-biting matchup on Sunday, the Minnesota Vikings clinched a 23-17 win against the San Francisco 49ers at U.S. Bank Stadium, bringing their record up to an impressive 2-0. But amidst the excitement of victory, the joy was somewhat overshadowed by a concerning injury to star wide receiver Justin Jefferson. Jefferson suffered a quad injury after taking a hard hit in the third quarter, leaving fans and teammates anxiously biting their nails. Though he managed to secure four catches prior to his departure, his talent and game-changing ability were sorely missed after he limped off the field.

The victory was stunning for the Vikings as quarterback Sam Darnold connected with Jefferson for a stunning 97-yard touchdown earlier in the game, showcasing the electric chemistry between them. This performance not only contributed to Darnold’s growing reputation but also served as a stark reminder of Jefferson's game-changing abilities. As the news about his quad injury broke, the NFL community was abuzz with speculation about what this might mean for the Vikings moving forward and how this could impact their season if their star receiver is sidelined.

In the aftermath of the game, the Vikings quickly addressed the situation, with updates confirming that Jefferson’s condition was being monitored with hopes that it was just a day-to-day situation. While early reports suggested concerns about the severity of the injury, Jefferson himself provided a glimmer of hope, stating he was "not overly concerned" about what he felt on the field. His resilience and positive attitude have undoubtedly given fans reason to remain optimistic about his recovery.

As the dust settles from this dramatic intersection of triumph and uncertainty, it’s important to recognize the ripple effects of Jefferson's potential absence. Numerous teams, including the 49ers, Jets, and Colts, had previously inquired about trading for the wide receiver in hopes of snagging this rare talent. With speculation swirling and an eye on the future, Vikings fans are left hoping that this athletic powerhouse returns to the field quickly.

Fun Fact: Did you know that Justin Jefferson ranked among the top 10 in receiving yards during his rookie season? His electrifying play style has made him a fan favorite! Also, the Vikings’ dramatic win against the 49ers continued their tradition of tough performances at U.S. Bank Stadium, which is often ranked as one of the toughest stadiums for visiting teams in the NFL.

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Vikings lose Justin Jefferson to quad injury in 23-17 win over 49ers (FOX 9)

The Minnesota Vikings are 2-0 after a 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium, but they lost star receiver Justin Jefferson to ...

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Vikings' Sam Darnold throws a rocket to Justin Jefferson for a 97 ... (Yahoo Sports)

The 49ers turned over on downs near the Minnesota end zone, giving Darnold a chance to extend the lead with a beautiful touchdown pass.

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Justin Jefferson injury update: Vikings WR 'hopefully' day-to-day ... (USA TODAY)

Latest updates after Justin Jefferson suffered a leg injury in the Minnesota Vikings vs. San Francisco 49ers game on Sunday.

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Adam Schefter Names Three Teams That Tried to Trade for Justin ... (Sports Illustrated)

Despite the fact that Justin Jefferson is the sort of talent teams simply do not trade away, the NFL world wondered if the Minnesota Vikings might do just ...

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Justin Jefferson Trade Rumors: 49ers, Jets, Colts Eyed Vikings WR ... (Bleacher Report)

The San Francisco 49ers "checked in" with the Minnesota Vikings about a possible trade for wide receiver Justin Jefferson in the offseason, according to…

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Vikings dodge the worst with Justin Jefferson quad injury (Sports Illustrated)

Jefferson left the game in the third quarter after taking a hard hit to his right quadriceps.

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Justin Jefferson quad injury live updates (DraftKings Nation)

In the third quarter of today's game against the San Francisco 49ers, Justin Jefferson injured his quad and was removed from the game.

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Vikings Star Justin Jefferson Suffers Quad Injury, Return Questionable (Newsweek)

The Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson left the game against the San Francisco 49ers early with an apparent quad injury.

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Justin Jefferson Offers Encouraging Update on Injury, Status for ... (Sports Illustrated)

The Minnesota Vikings earned one of the more surprising wins of the young NFL season on Sunday by taking down the San Francisco 49ers, 23-17, ...

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Vikings WR Justin Jefferson leaves game vs. 49ers with quadriceps ... (FOXSports.com)

Minnesota wide receiver Justin Jefferson left the game against San Francisco on Sunday with an injury to his right quadriceps.

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Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson scores 97-yard touchdown vs ... (Minneapolis Star Tribune)

Star receiver Justin Jefferson was “not overly concerned” about the injury that caused him to limp off the field in the third quarter after four catches for ...

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Justin Jefferson (quad) says he will be 'ready to go' for Week 3 - ESPN (ESPN)

Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson is not expecting to miss any games after leaving the team's 23-17 victory over the San Francisco 49ers because of a ...

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Justin Jefferson downplays quad contusion after 97-yard TD powers ... (NFL.com)

Justin Jefferson, whose 97-yard touchdown catch powered the Vikings to a win Sunday over the 49ers, told reporters after the his quad contusion was not ...

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Justin Jefferson: 'I'll be ready to go next Sunday' (Sports Illustrated)

Jefferson will likely be sore this week but he doesn't anticipate missing Sunday's game against Houston.

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Rapoport on latest injury news for WRs Justin Jefferson and Cooper ... (Yahoo Sports)

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport on latest injury news for Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp and ...

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Vikings' Justin Jefferson Says He'll Be 'Ready to Go' vs. Texans After ... (Bleacher Report)

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson expects to play in Week 3 after suffering a quad injury during Sunday's 23-17 victory over the San ...

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Minnesota Vikings Give Justin Jefferson Injury Update (Minnesota Sports Fan)

The Minnesota Vikings are now 2-0, but they've lost Justin Jefferson and Dallas Turner to injuries. How long will they be sidelined?

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Justin Jefferson May Miss Houston Texans Game (State of The Texans)

The Houston Texans might get lucky if they don't have to face Minnesota Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson in Week 3.

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Injury updates on Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison from Kevin O ... (Sports Illustrated)

The Vikings are hopeful that they'll have both of their top two wide receivers available for next Sunday's game against the Texans.

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Vikings head coach hopeful about Justin Jefferson's chances to play ... (CBS News)

Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson was "feeling pretty good" following his exit from Sunday's game due to a quad contusion, according to his head coach.

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Kevin O'Connell: Justin Jefferson came in feeling pretty good Monday (NBC Sports - NFL)

Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson downplayed the quad injury that knocked him out of the team's win over the 49ers in the locker room on Sunday and it ...

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Kevin O'Connell Provides Update on Justin Jefferson, Recaps Effort ... (Vikings.com)

"The game [against San Francisco] was physical, but I also felt like our guys were flying around the football field, playing fast, which means we were ...

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Justin Jefferson's injury outlook is promising for Vikings; Jordan ... (Minneapolis Star Tribune)

The outlook for receiver Jordan Addison, who did not practice last week, isn't as positive.

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Will Justin Jefferson miss Week 3 with a quad injury? (DraftKings Playbook)

Short answer: maybe! However, word from Jefferson and HC Kevin O'Connell is that the injury appears, at least for now, to be quite minor.

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