JUSTIN JEFFERSON NEWS

Vikings activating WR Justin Jefferson from IR

Vikings star wideout Justin Jefferson could return to the lineup in Week 14 following a lengthy absence due to a hamstring injury.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Looking unlikely to play Monday Jefferson (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Bears but is considered unlikely to be activated from injured reserve ahead of the Week 12 contest, Ad...

Impact Since being designated for return from IR on Nov. 8, Jefferson has been listed as a limited participant in the Vikings' ensuing nine practices. Jefferson's lack of progression in terms of practice activity doesn't seem to be the result of any unexpected setbacks, as the wideout said this week that he's been able to run full speed during portions of those workouts. Additionally, head coach Kevin O'Connell said Saturday that Jefferson "took part in some team reps." Even so, the Vikings look like they'll continue to take a cautious approach with Jefferson and hold him out for a seventh game in a row, with confirmation on his status expected to come by 4 p.m. ET on Monday, the deadline for Minnesota and Chicago to make transactions leading up to the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff. The Vikings are on bye Week 13, so the expectation is that Jefferson will be ready to make his return to the lineup for the team's Week 14 matchup with the Raiders on Dec. 10.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets questionable tag Jefferson (hamstring) is considered questionable for Monday's matchup with the Bears, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact No surprise here, as Jefferson has practiced in limited fashion all week. Both he and the Vikings have been cautious in their approach to his return, as they do not want to rush him back before his health is up to par. Thus, his official status for Monday Night Football is not expected to be known until he tests things out during pregame warmups. His 21-day window to be activated closes a few days after Minnesota's Week 12 game.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings' Justin Jefferson finds social media heat frustrating amid recovery

Justin Jefferson has been frustrated about being sidelined while the Vikings try to recover from a slow start and make the playoffs.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Another limited listing Jefferson (hamstring) was listed as limited on Thursday's injury report, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

Impact As he has been since the Vikings designated him for return from injured reserve on Nov. 8, Jefferson remains limited on the team's injury reports. Coach Kevin O'Connell told Alec Lewis of The Athletic on Wednesday that Jefferson "is getting closer. He is feeling really, really good. ... We're not going to allow outside circumstances of the team" determine the decision to activate the wide receiver from IR. Minnesota doesn't need to do so until Monday afternoon in order for him to be available against the Bears in Week 12. Having said that, with a Week 13 bye on tap, the Vikings have leeway to make sure Jefferson truly is past the strained right hamstring that he suffered back in Week 5.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not coming off IR for Week 11 The Vikings will not activate Jefferson (hamstring) from injured reserve ahead of Saturday's 4:00 p.m. ET deadline, ruling him out for Sunday's game against Denver, Adam Schefter o...

Impact Jefferson has been limited in practice since the Vikings designated him for return last Wednesday, but the star wideout still isn't ready to return to game action. His next chance to take the field will come versus the Bears on Monday Night Football in Week 12, after which Minnesota will have a bye. That means if the team still isn't 100 percent certain about Jefferson's health by Week 12, there could be additional incentive to keep him on the shelf. In any case, Jordan Addison, K.J. Osborn and Brandon Powell will lead the Vikings' wide receiver room until Jefferson is ready to return.

NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'Tyreek's Hill': Nick Wright's NFL wide receiver rankings

Check out where Nick Wright ranks the NFL's best in his inaugural WR tiers, including a surprising spot for Dallas star CeeDee Lamb.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

NFL Week 10 top viral moments: Josh Dobbs, C.J. Stroud, 49ers, Browns draw buzz in epic slate

The second half of the NFL season is here with an action-packed Week 10! Follow along to see what the internet is buzzing about from Sunday'...

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Vikings' Justin Jefferson will wait to play until he's fully healed

Justin Jefferson has resumed practicing with the Vikings in a significant step toward his return from a hamstring strain, but he won't take...

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Vikings designate Justin Jefferson for return from IR

Star wideout has three weeks to assess the readiness of his strained right hamstring for game action.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

NFL midseason stats and facts: 58 ways the 2023 season has stood out

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NOVEMBER 8, 2023

NFL Week 6 Blazin' 5: Can Chargers upset Cowboys?

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OCTOBER 14, 2023

Is the NFL in a wide-receiver golden age? Keyshawn Johnson, Bucky Brooks debate

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OCTOBER 13, 2023

Justin Jefferson is headed to IR. What do the Vikings do now?

What do the 1-4 Minnesota Vikings do now that their best player, Justin Jefferson, is headed to IR? We go through the many ways his injury w...

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Betting action report: Public backing Notre Dame, big money on Chiefs

Patrick Everson checks in with bookmakers on CFB and NFL games, including the No. 8 Oregon-No. 7 Washington showdown and one bettor's $120,0...

OCTOBER 12, 2023

2023 NFL odds: Justin Jefferson's injury impacts MVP, Vikings' Super Bowl odds

Find out how Jefferson's MVP odds and the Vikings' Super Bowl futures shifted after the star wide receiver was placed on injured reserve.

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Vikings' Justin Jefferson will reportedly be placed on IR, miss at least 4 games

The Vikings will be without star receiver Justin Jefferson for at least four games after he suffered a hamstring injury in the team's loss t...

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson still being evaluated for hamstring injury

Justin Jefferson left in the fourth quarter Sunday and wanted to return to the game, Minnesota coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday.

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Are we watching the greatest collection of wide receiver talent in NFL history?

Jefferson, Chase, Lamb, Hill. Former NFL defensive back and scout Bucky Brooks breaks down why this is the golden era of wide-receiver play.

OCTOBER 7, 2023

NFL Week 4 top viral moments: 'Stone Cold Stefon,' Puka Nacua shine; Cowboys dominate

Division rivalries were out in full force during Week 4 of the NFL season! Here's what had social media buzzing.

OCTOBER 1, 2023