Summary
Justin Jefferson, a player for the Minnesota Vikings, broke the NFL record for the most receptions by a player in their first six seasons during a game against the New York Giants. He surpassed the previous record set by Jarvis Landry by achieving 565 receptions in only 92 games.
Key Facts
- Justin Jefferson plays for the Minnesota Vikings.
- He broke the NFL record for most receptions in a player's first six seasons.
- The previous record was held by Jarvis Landry, who had 564 receptions in 96 games.
- Jefferson set the new record with his 565th reception in his 92nd game.
- The NFL added an extra game to the schedule in 2022, which affected record keeping.
- In the first half of the game against the Giants, Jefferson had 4 catches for 57 yards.
- Jefferson needs 111 more yards to reach 1,000 receiving yards for the season.
- The Vikings' quarterback, J.J. McCarthy, is still developing his skills.
