Another weekend of NFL football has arrived! Unfortunately, the injury watch for fantasy football managers is also here, and that’s the case for Vikings superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson. Players who appear on the injury report and haven’t practiced much during the week can often lead to trepidation for managers trying to make fantasy football lineup decisions and/or waiver claims. Don’t fret, though – FantasyPros is here to provide you with all of the latest news and updates on the players who are questionable heading into this week. So, will Justin Jefferson play in Week 3? Here’s what we know about Justin Jefferson‘s injury and outlook for Week 3.
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Fantasy Football Outlook: Will Justin Jefferson Player Week 3?
Justin Jefferson (quad) off injury report for Week 3
Justin Jefferson is not on the injury report for Sunday’s game against the Texans.
Fantasy Impact
Jefferson said he did not expect to miss any games after leaving last week’s game early. He should remain in his usual big role.
Ari Koslow
Justin Jefferson (quad) officially limited Thursday
Justin Jefferson (quad) was officially limited at Minnesota’s practice on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
Jefferson was able to practice for a second-straight day on Thursday, but he was once again limited. He and the team are making an active effort to play it safe with his recovery, so this shouldn’t come as much of a surprise to fantasy managers. It looks like he’s trending towards playing in Week 3, but we won’t know more about his official status until after Friday’s practice.
Leo Sells
Justin Jefferson (quad) officially limited at practice Wednesday
Justin Jefferson was a limited participant at practice on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
Jefferson said he did not expect to miss any time after leaving last week’s game early. His status is still worth monitoring on Thursday and Friday.
Ari Koslow
Justin Jefferson (quad) participates in walk through Wednesday
Justin Jefferson participated in the walk through at practice on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
After leaving Sunday’s game early due to a quad injury, Jefferson said he didn’t expect to miss any time. It is a good start to the week for him at practice on Wednesday.
Ari Koslow
Justin Jefferson (quad) not expected to miss any games
Justin Jefferson said he is not expecting to miss any games after leaving Sunday’s game early because of a bruised right quadriceps.
Fantasy Impact
Jefferson is considered as day-to-day. His status will still be worth monitoring throughout the week.
Ari Koslow
Justin Jefferson day-to-day with quad contusion
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said Justin Jefferson suffered a quad contusion and will be day-to-day.
Fantasy Impact
Jefferson was helped off the field early on Sunday after a huge day following a 97-yard touchdown reception. It is unclear if he will miss any time. His status at practice throughout the week will be worth monitoring.
Ari Koslow
What the Experts Are Saying
Justin Jefferson caught a 97-yard touchdown pass from Sam Darnold, which facilitated a WR7 overall finish for the week. Jefferson’s health is unclear heading into his Week 3 matchup with the Houston Texans. He is currently questionable due to a calf injury, though he did take part in a walkthrough practice on Wednesday. Assuming no setbacks, fantasy managers should slot Jefferson into his normal WR1 slot in this game. Houston allowed three receptions of 50 yards or longer in Week 1 against the Indianapolis Colts. They did a much better job keeping things in front of them last week. However, it was also the second career start for Caleb Williams. Jefferson may be a bit more volatile this week than usual, but should still be started in all formats.
– Mick Ciallela
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