Kevin O'Connell provides updates on Justin Jefferson, other Vikings injuries
Jefferson was ruled out with an ankle injury and will be evaluated further on Monday.
Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson left Sunday's victory against the Buccaneers with an ankle injury sustained during the team's opening drive. Although the severity of the injury does not appear to be alarming, Jefferson was evaluated in the medical tent and tested his ankle on the sideline. Following further examination, he was removed from the game in the second half.
Head coach Kevin O’Connell stated after the game that Jefferson would undergo additional evaluation on Monday, but his remarks suggested a generally optimistic outlook. O’Connell mentioned that Jefferson had attempted to continue playing despite the injury, getting close on a few occasions before ultimately being ruled out. The incident occurred when Jefferson was on his second reception of the Vikings' opening drive during Sunday's game.
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