# Vikings' Jefferson Injury Update

> Vikings' star receiver Justin Jefferson questionable for Miami game after knee injury.
- Title: Vikings' Jefferson Injury Update · CBS Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Vikings' star receiver Justin Jefferson questionable for Miami game after knee injury. Justin Jefferson's ankle sprain from Sunday's game may keep him out of…
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- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/vikings-justin-jefferson-questionable-to-return-vs-buccaneers-with-a-knee-injury
- Published: 2026-09-28T19:53:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: justin jefferson, minnesota vikings, miami dolphins, nfl, ankle sprain, week 4, sports
## Jefferson injury update
Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson's ankle injury from Sunday's game is an ankle sprain, not serious damage.
## Coach O'Connell's assessment
Head coach Kevin O'Connell said Jefferson's progress will focus on reducing swelling before determining his return timeline.
## Jefferson's injury impact
If Jefferson misses Sunday's game, wide receiver Jordan Addison and tight end t.j. hockenson will need more playing time.
## Jefferson's injury history
Jefferson has not missed a game since 2023 when he suffered a hamstring injury in week 5.
## Jefferson's recent stats
This season, Jefferson has 11 receptions for 147 yards and two touchdowns, including three catches for 55 yards last week.
## Vikings' current standing
Minnesota sits at 3-0 after winning 23-16 against the Buccaneers, ranking last in passing yards among teams with three games played.
## Key takeaway

Justin Jefferson's ankle sprain from Sunday's game may keep him out of Vikings' Week 4 matchup against Miami Dolphins.