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Justin Jefferson's Injury Guide
Injury Risk
Low
Chance of Injury in 2026
36%
Chance of Injury per Game
2.6%
Projected Games Missed 2026
0.50
Durability
5.00
Justin Jefferson's Injury Status
Current Status
Week 1 Practice Report
Wed
Full
Thu
Full
Fri
Full
- Week Status:
- Active
- Likelihood of Playing:
- High
Justin Jefferson Injury History
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| Date | League | Injury | Level | Games Missed | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2025 | NFL | Thigh Hamstring Strain | Grade 2 | — | Jefferson came out of training camp practice due to a mild left hamstring strain |
| Sep 15, 2024 | NFL | Leg Quad Bruise | — | — | Jefferson suffered a right quad contusion and left the game in Week 2, 2024. |
| Dec 10, 2023 | NFL | Chest Sternum Bruise | — | — | Jefferson left early in the second quarter of Week 14 vs. the Raiders due to a chest injury. |
| Oct 8, 2023 | NFL | Thigh Hamstring Strain | Grade 2 | 7 | Jefferson suffered a hamstring injury in Week 5 vs. the Chiefs. He was subsequently placed on IR and returned to play in Week 14. |
| Nov 13, 2022 | NFL | Pedal Toe Turf | — | — | Jefferson is dealing with a "mild" case, per insider Tom Pelissero. |
| Oct 13, 2021 | NFL | Pedal Ankle Sprain/Pull | Grade 1 | — | Jefferson dealt with an ankle injury heading to the Week 6 game against the Panthers. |
| Aug 6, 2021 | NFL | Shoulder A/C Joint Sprain | — | — | Jefferson sprained the AC joint in his left shoulder during Vikings' training camp practice |
| Sep 21, 2019 | Non-NFL | Pedal Ankle Sprain/Pull | Grade 1 | — | Jefferson was forced to leave the Sept. 21 contest against Vanderbilt with an apparent ankle injury. He was available for the next game |
Justin Jefferson Injury News
View AllJustin Jefferson To Return To Practice This Week
Vikings’ WR Justin Jefferson (hamstring) is expected to return to practice this week, according to Kevin Seifert of ESPN.
Jalen Nailor Suffers Hand Injury On Thursday
Vikings’ WR Jalen Nailor hurt his hand and will undergo further evaluation, according to Alec Lewis of The Athletic.
Justin Jefferson Still Not Practicing On Wednesday
Justin Jefferson, who has missed the last two weeks with a hamstring injury, is still not practicing, according to ESPN’s Kevin Seifert.
