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Justin Jefferson's Head Hit in Vikings-Packers Game Could Lead to NFL Fine
Minnesota Vikings wideout Justin Jefferson was involved in a big hit against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, which could draw some extra punishment.
Fantasy football managers cannot sell Justin Jefferson, but they can hope that Carson Wentz keeps the quarterback job with the Minnesota Vikings.
The NFL is expected to punish Green Bay Packers safety Evan Williams after his hit on Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson. Williams was flagged for unnecessary roughness during Sunday's NFC North matchup after delivering a hard hit on Jefferson.
Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings worked their way to a Week 1 39-22 comeback victory over Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) stretches out to get the ball over the pylon for the touchdown against the Green Bay Packers in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. The Vikings beat the Packers 39-22. (John Autey / Pioneer Press)
Justin Jefferson explained how the Minnesota Vikings' quarterback inconsistencies have affected him throughout his NFL career.
In the closing minutes of the first half, Justin Jefferson was found downfield for a 39-yard touchdown on a pass from Carson Wentz. The star of the Vikings' offense beat his defender and was able to get two feet in the back of the endzone for the score. The touchdown can be watched below.
Sports Illustrated's Adam Carlson shares his list of Vikings studs and duds following the season-opening win over the Packers, including Carson Wentz.
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Vikings Week 1 Overreactions: Justin Jefferson will be happiest man alive without J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings did not get off to a very good start in their season opener against the Green Bay Packers. New starting quarterback Kyler Murray took a big hit to the head in the first quarter and was immediately in the concussion protocol and out of the game.