EAGAN, Minn.(AP) — Justin Jefferson has just four receptions for a paltry 15 yards over the last two games, putting even a modest 1,000-yard season in jeopardy for the two-time All-Pro whose first six years in the NFL have been as productive and prolific as anyone to ever play the position.

The Minnesota Vikings have never been more impressed by — or appreciative of — his presence.

The rocky debut for quarterback J.J. McCarthy this season, including six games missed for injuries, has largely kept the entire offense out of sync. But Jefferson, who has only been to the playoffs twice and has yet to experience a win there, has never voiced a hint of criticism toward McCarthy or the coaching staff or expression of unhappiness with being in Minnesota.

With the Vikings (5-8) all but elimina

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