When it comes to Justin Jefferson, NFL fans expect the Vikings wide receiver to come up with stunning receptions against elite opposing defenders each week.
On the first Sunday of the NFL season, the three-time Pro Bowler delivered in Minnesota’s game against the Buccaneers, hauling in seven catches for 138 yards in the first half of the matchup. However, Jefferson added a new wrinkle to his Sunday highlights when he absolutely leveled Buccaneers rookie safety Christian Izien on an interception return late in the second quarter.
On 2nd and 1 from the Buccaneers’ 14, Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins was seeking to connect with K.J. Osborn in hopes of giving Minnesota a potential touchdown lead going into halftime. Instead, Izien picked off Cousins on the goal line.