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Justin Jefferson's steady play
Vikings' Justin Jefferson admits lower production but says team's 6-0 record proves their approach works.
In brief
Vikings' Justin Jefferson admits lower production but says team's 6-0 record proves their approach works. Justin Jefferson says Vikings' defense-first strategy is working despite his reduced production as they remain NFL's only unbeaten team. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Justin Jefferson's current stats
Justin Jefferson is catching fewer passes and picking up fewer yards on a per-game basis than at any other point in his career.
Vikings' unbeaten status
The Vikings are the NFL's only undefeated team with a 6-0 record as of October 29, 2026.
Jefferson's perspective
Jefferson said he 'definitely would love winning games over having that production'.
“definitely would love winning games over having that production”
Jefferson's quote on balance
Jefferson said that having high production is ideal but 'what we're doing right now is working'.
“what we're doing right now is working”
Vikings' upcoming challenges
The Vikings face the Lions, Bills, Packers, 49ers and Falcons in November.
Team's strategy
The Vikings' defense-first approach has served them well but needs offensive adjustments.
The big picture
Justin Jefferson says Vikings' defense-first strategy is working despite his reduced production as they remain NFL's only unbeaten team.
