Vikings Sideline WR Justin Jefferson With 'Very Mild' Hamstring Strain
Coach Kevin O'Connell said before practice on Friday that Jefferson would be re-evaluated next week.
The two-time All-Pro, who has the most receiving yards in NFL history over a player's first five years, felt some tightness in his leg during the team's session on Thursday and cut short his participation as a precaution. The Vikings sent him for an MRI exam afterward.
O'Connell described the injury as "very mild" and said he had no concerns about Jefferson being ready for the season opener at Chicago on Sept. 8, which is more than six weeks away.
Still, considering his value to the team, the type of injury and the demands of his position, Jefferson figures to miss more than just a few days of training camp practices.
Jefferson suffered a significant strain of his right hamstring in 2023 that caused him to miss seven games.
Reporting by The Associated Press.
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