Justin Jefferson Fantasy Football Outlook (2024)

By Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros), Mon, Apr 29th 2024, 4:26pm EDT

Justin Jefferson finished the season 5th in points per game (16.8) despite missing seven games and losing starting quarterback Kirk Cousins. Still, he had a standout season with 68 receptions from 100 targets, gaining a total of 1,074 receiving yards. Jefferson found the end zone 5 times, showcasing his ability to convert receptions into touchdowns. He commanded a 28% target share, 41% air yards share and finished 8th in weighted opportunity. Before Cousins' injury, he led all WRs in fantasy points scored (21.7 per game). Jefferson's ability to perform without Cousins last season suggests he can still produce in the Vikings 2024 offense that will be without it's former QB. He is going to fall in drafts as a result. But Weeks 15-18, Jefferson was still a clear-cut ALPHA without Cousins. 18.4 points per game (WR3) averaging 119 receiving yards per game. Believe that whether it's Sam Darnold or 2024 first-round pick J.J. McCarthy under center, believe this offensive infrastructure set up by Kevin O'Connell will fuel arguably the best WR in the NFL.