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Minnesota Vikings star wideout Justin Jefferson has missed the last four games due to a hamstring injury but is expected to return soon.
Unfortunately, Jefferson has been on the injured reserve for the last four weeks but is eligible to be activated this week by the Vikings. This is great news for Fantasy owners, but it is still unclear whether or not the star receiver will return in Week 10.
When is Jefferson coming back to action? What is his fantasy football outlook when he returns? Let's check it out.
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Justin Jefferson Injury Update for Fantasy Football
Week 10 marks the week when Vikings star wideout Justin Jefferson will be eligible to be activated off injured reserve. Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell stated that WR Justin Jefferson could have his 21-day practice window on Wednesday.
However, it remains unclear whether or not there's a realistic chance Jefferson could be cleared to play for Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints. It sounds as if the Vikings will test his hamstring when he is eligible to return ahead of the Week 10 game against the Saints.
The injury was originally viewed as a four-to-six-week recovery, so expectations are that even if Jefferson is removed from the injured reserve this week there would be a low possibility of him suiting up. It also seems that the Vikings would want to be cautious and not want to rush their franchise player.
Justin Jefferson Fantasy Football Outlook
With the speculation on Jefferson possibly returning in Week 10, he of course would be a must-start option if he were to return against the Saints. Even if he's on a snap count or not 100% healthy, he should have WR1 upside. Jefferson currently has 36 catches for 571 yards and three touchdowns in the five games played this season.
If Jefferson is once again ruled out, Jordan Addison and T.J. Hockenson will remain to be the top target earners with newly acquired quarterback, Josh Dobbs. The two receivers shared 19 total targets in Week 9 against the Atlanta Falcons.
Jefferson's fantasy managers will have to monitor his status throughout the week and prepare in case the pro-bowler isn't ready to come back in Week 10. When he returns, he still will have the ability to lead your team to a fantasy championship.
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