Justin Jefferson Fantasy

The Minnesota Vikings selected LSU wide receiver Justin Jefferson with the No. 22 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft on Thursday. The Vikings traded Stefon Diggs to the Bills this offseason, so Jefferson will immediately help fill the receiving void for quarterback Kirk Cousins alongside Adam Thielen. Jefferson had an unbelievable career in college. Thielen typically works the slot in Minnesota, though, and Jefferson spent most of his time there with the LSU Tigers. He can stretch the field vertically and is excellent in yards after the catch. He reminds some of Chargers wideout Keenan Allen in his ability to separate. There is opportunity in the passing game in Minnesota, so Jefferson could be one of the most productive rookie receivers in 2020. He'll be a popular dynasty/keeper pick and should also be a late-round flier in redraft formats in his new home.

Apr. 23rd • 10:59 PM

The Philadelphia Eagles have been heavily tied to LSU wide receiver Justin Jefferson in mock drafts this year at pick No. 21, but there's a chance the talented and productive receiver might not make it that deep into the first round. If Philadelphia is really interested in selecting Jefferson to help with their receiver problem, they may have to trade up to do so. Teams drafting behind the Eagles at No. 21 that want a wideout may feel compelled to trade up to take Jefferson if they really like him. Jefferson had 111 catches and 18 touchdowns for the Tigers in 2019 and would likely start alongside Alshon Jeffery and DeSean Jackson in his rookie season if he were to land in Philly.

Apr. 16th • 4:49 PM