Justin Jefferson Approaches Milestone as Vikings Continue Winning Streak

The Minnesota Vikings secured a victory against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on December 21, 2025, but faced concerns following quarterback J.J. McCarthy's injury in the second quarter. Despite the challenges, wide receiver Justin Jefferson made significant strides toward his sixth consecutive 1,000-yard season, finishing the game with six catches for 85 yards.

Jefferson is now just 83 yards shy of this milestone, needing to average 41.5 yards over the next two games, regardless of who is throwing the ball between McCarthy, Max Brosmer, or potentially John Wolford.

The connection between Jefferson and McCarthy had shown improvement prior to the injury, and his performance was crucial in extending drives and stabilizing the offense. Achieving this milestone is important for Jefferson's legacy, aligning him with notable players like Mike Evans and Randy Moss, as he aims to maintain his streak of 1,000-yard seasons, which adds prestige to his career as he looks toward future Hall of Fame discussions.

The Vikings now await clarity on their quarterback situation as they prepare for the final games of the season.