Overview
- An early downfield reception in the Vikings' game at Chicago gave Justin Jefferson sole possession of second place on Minnesota’s career receptions list, passing Randy Moss.
- Jefferson entered the season with 587 career catches after an eight-catch, 92-yard, two-touchdown game in Week 1 that included a two-point conversion.
- Carson Wentz started the Chicago game because Kyler Murray remains sidelined with a concussion, and Jefferson made the milestone while operating with Wentz at quarterback.
- Cris Carter still holds the franchise record with 1,004 receptions, meaning Jefferson needs 418 more catches to break the club mark.
- The milestone underscores Jefferson’s elite, consistent production despite changes at quarterback and points to the need for sustained health and roster continuity if he is to overtake Carter.