Vikings Unsure If Justin Jefferson Will Miss Time

Vikings Unsure If Justin Jefferson Will Miss Time

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Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said after Week 5's 27-20 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs that it's too early to tell how the hamstring injury that wide receiver Justin Jefferson (hamstring) sustained in the contest may affect his availability. Jefferson was forced to watch Sunday's eventual defeat from the sidelines in the fourth quarter after coming up with a bit of a limp on a route. The reigning Offensive Player of the Year struggled with three catches on six targets for 28 yards before his departure. Jefferson's practice status is shaping up to be one of the most pivotal storylines heading into Week 6, and the 1-4 Vikings may not feel inclined to rush their franchise centerpiece back for next Sunday's divisional battle with the Chicago Bears. If Jefferson ultimately misses time, Kirk Cousins could exit QB1 territory while first-round rookie Jordan Addison and T.J. Hockenson figure to be funneled with targets in Minnesota's pass-happy offense.

Source: ESPN