Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown Makes NFL History at Justin Jefferson’s Expense
Lions star wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown breaks an NFL record previously held by division rival Justin Jefferson.
Detroit Lions star Amon-Ra St. Brown has broken an NFL record by recording the most receptions through his first six years in the league. This achievement came during the Lions' dominant 45-point victory over the Arizona Cardinals in Week 5. St. Brown's six receptions in that game put him ahead of Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson, whom he often competes against.
Jefferson currently has the previous record, but St. Brown's performance has put him in a league of his own in terms of his early career production. The Minnesota Vikings, on the other hand, have started the 2026 NFL season with a perfect 5-0 record, which could be at risk when the two teams face each other in Week 8, provided the Vikings can overcome their next opponents, the Indianapolis Colts. Both teams will have a chance to rest in Week 6 with a bye.
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