{
  "id": 19367270,
  "title": "Stephen A Smith Urges Vikings WR Justin Jefferson to Make Major Move",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/stephen-a-smith-urges-vikings-wr-justin-jefferson-to-make-major-move",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-10T17:35:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/stephen-a-smith-urges-vikings-wr-justin-jefferson-to-make-major-move-12695490"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Minnesota Vikings' loss to the Buffalo Bills in a Week 9 game has ignited discussions about wide receiver Justin Jefferson's future with the team. Following a poor performance from quarterback Carson Wentz, who threw for only 81 yards and two interceptions, Jefferson's production has been subpar. Despite this, Jefferson downplayed the need for a quarterback change, stating he is focused on playing and being the team's leader. However, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith has suggested that Jefferson should request a trade before Tuesday's trade deadline. Over his first seven games of the 2026 season, Jefferson has only 31 catches for 393 yards and four touchdowns, raising questions about his value as a player. The Vikings will aim to turn things around when they face the Green Bay Packers in Week 10.",
  "summary": "ESPN broadcast personality Stephen A. Smith urged Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson to make a major move.",
  "key_points": [
    "Minnesota Vikings lost to Buffalo Bills in Week 9 game.",
    "ESPN's Stephen A. Smith urges Justin Jefferson to request trade.",
    "Jefferson's first seven games of 2026 season have been underwhelming."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}