Beat writer keeping tabs on Vikings' WR closing in on record
Justin Jefferson can enter the record books in 2026.
As football season approaches in September, the offseason and preseason have concluded, and 53-man rosters are finalized. ESPN's group of beat writers have released their final power rankings for the NFL, placing the Minnesota Vikings at 22nd. The team's uncertain offseason and preseason underlined their goal of winning the NFC North.
However, ESPN's Kevin Seifert mentioned a noteworthy milestone concerning Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson. Seifert is observing Jefferson's progress towards surpassing Randy Moss's record for the most 100-yard receiving games in the first seven seasons of a career. According to Seifert, "Of all the milestones Jefferson could potentially hit in 2026, this one is perhaps most relevant to the Vikings' season."
Last season, Jefferson achieved only three 100-yard games, a career low, as the offense faced challenges during the 12 regular-season starts by quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Max Brosmer. If Kyler Murray joins the team, it could signal a return to Minnesota's previous offensive strength under coach Kevin O'Connell. ESPN's Mike Clay forecasts Jefferson to conclude the season with 1,373 receiving yards, which would likely include five 100-yard games.
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