Justin Jefferson aims for bounce back season with Vikings in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 12:26 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Justin Jefferson's performance in 2025 fell short of expectations, affecting many fantasy teams. With Minnesota's current starter, Kyler Murray, set to lead the offense, there is optimism for Jefferson’s return to form in 2026. During his career, Jefferson has shown the ability to post significant receiving yards and touchdowns, making him a viable fantasy option. However, concerns linger about the impact of previous quarterback struggles on his production. Analysts suggest Jefferson is worth a high draft pick despite potential challenges ahead as the season progresses.
- •Justin Jefferson struggled in 2025, impacting fantasy leagues.
- •Kyler Murray takes over as Vikings quarterback for 2026.
- •Jefferson averaged over 1,500 yards in three seasons prior.
- •Concerns about team performance could affect his fantasy value.
- 12:26 PMYahoo Sports — Updated Justin Jefferson Fantasy Outlook 2026: Vikings Superstar Poised for a Major Bounce Back
"Justin Jefferson was the reason plenty of fantasy football teams failed in 2025. Very few blame #18 for those failures, but they happened.
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