Justin Jefferson is the best wide receiver in the NFL, and on Sunday against the mighty San Francisco 49ers in Week 2 of the NFL season, he recorded the longest reception of his career.
The Vikings were pinned at their own 3-yard-line early in the second quarter. It’s rare you will see an offense call a play action pass in such a situation, but that’s exactly what the Vikings dialed up. The Niners were caught completely off guard as Jefferson ran deep, got behind two San Francisco defenders, and danced around long enough to take it to the end zone.
Vikings’ QB Sam Darnold was on the 49ers last year playing backup to Brock Purdy. You know this had to be sweet for Darnold, who threw an absolutely perfect pass to hit Jefferson in stride. Watch Jefferson’s epic touchdown here.
How about the hustle from teammate Jalen Nailor on this play, too? He busted his butt downfield to give Jefferson a late block to make sure he scored the touchdown.
Not many people gave the Vikings a chance this season, especially after rookie QB JJ McCarthy went down with a season-ending injury. At least so far, Darnold looks competent, Jefferson is as great as ever, and Minnesota looks totally fine. The NFL always keeps you guessing.
