Vikings training camp Day 3 medical updates: Justin Jefferson becomes the focus
The worst part of football, especially during training camp, is waiting for injury updates as they occur or as players attempt to return from injuries sustained the previous season.
In the case of the Vikings, they had to battle the injury bug more than they did any divisional opponent. It will make monitoring injuries throughout camp a big part of our coverage here on Vikings Wire over the next couple of weeks.
After day three, the spotlight is now firmly on Justin Jefferson as details emerge following him ending his Thursday practice early.
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