US EditionVikings Aim to Help Jefferson End a Frustrating Season on a Good Note by Hitting the 1,000-Yard Mark
Justin Jefferson needs 53 yards to maintain his streak of 1,000-yard receiving seasons as the Vikings focus on this milestone despite missing the playoffs.
- On Jan. 4, Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver, needs 53 yards to reach 1,000 for his sixth consecutive season in the finale against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis.
- With J.J. McCarthy starting this season, Justin Jefferson's production has dipped, and the Minnesota Vikings will play for pride after being eliminated from playoff contention weeks ago.
- Since being drafted, Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver, has consistently reached 1,000 yards and has 130 targets this season, with coaches aiming to involve him in the finale.
- A successful finale would preserve Justin Jefferson's streak and bolster his offseason legacy, as he faces pressure for postseason wins and won't reset narratives until next season.
- The Vikings say they `could do everything in their power` to help Justin Jefferson preserve his streak, while Jefferson called the finale his last chance and vowed to `give it my all`.
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Vikings aim to help Jefferson end a frustrating season on a good note by hitting the 1,000-yard mark
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Kevin O'Connell Says the Magic Words for Week 18
Most Minnesota Vikings fans will watch this Sunday’s game for two reasons. First, it may be Harrison Smith’s final game. Second, Justin Jefferson needs 53 yards to keep his 1,000-yard streak alive. And according to head coach Kevin O’Connell, the Vikings will give Jefferson all the necessary opportunities to accommodate the latter. O’Connell’s message is clear: feed Jefferson, treat the game like real work, and let the quarterbacks generate usab…
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