Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell has been forced to dig deeper into play designs and game plans to help keep quarterback Sam Darnold and the offense on track. 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… Continue reading Jefferson sees double; Vikings focus on overall offense
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Jefferson keeps seeing double as Vikings aim to stay focused on overall offensive production
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — 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. The double and triple coverage he continually faces, after all, is a sign of immense respect for his game-breaking ability. The strategy also simply makes… Continue reading Jefferson keeps seeing double as Vikings aim to stay focused on overall offensive production
Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson knows how he would cover himself
A shot to the ribs caused Jones to play only 52% of the snaps in the Jaguars game two weeks ago. It was his second-lowest percentage behind only the 16% he played when injuring his hamstring against the Jets in London. Last week, Jones played 53% of the snaps in the win over Tennessee. He… Continue reading Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson knows how he would cover himself
Jaylon Johnson ‘excited’ to face Justin Jefferson
The photo circulated on social media Sunday after the Green Bay Packers’ 20-19 victory over the Chicago Bears. Many Bears players had exited the field after the Packers’ stunning block of kicker Cairo Santos’ 46-yard field-goal attempt. But cornerback Jaylon Johnson crouched on the sideline at Soldier Field, staring into the distance. Johnson had been… Continue reading Jaylon Johnson ‘excited’ to face Justin Jefferson