Jefferson and Addison both questionable for Week 5
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Key Points:
- Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is expected to play in Week 5 against the Saints, though full practice participation before the game is still pending.
- Jefferson suffered an ankle injury in Week 3 and missed Week 4 against the Dolphins, with the Vikings opting to rest him to avoid further risk.
- Head coach Kevin O’Connell reported Jefferson has made "great progress" in his rehab, but Jefferson did not practice at all in Week 4 and his full readiness remains uncertain.
- If Jefferson is inactive, Jordan Addison and Jauan Jennings are expected to step up as the Vikings’ primary receivers.
- Jefferson’s return to New Orleans, where he had a notable college career at LSU, is considered significant, and the Vikings are hopeful the injury will not have long-term effects.
