Jefferson wants Sam Darnold to continue trusting him to make plays in tough spots.
Justin Jefferson had a cornerback covering him and a safety helping over the top as he released on a deep route in the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Giants. Sam Darnold threw it anyways, and the result was a 44-yard gain that sparked the Vikings' offense during a 99-yard touchdown drive.
"He gotta understand, even when I'm doubled, I’m still open and I'm gonna make a play," Jefferson added. "Him just having that confidence to throw me a ball like that, it's gonna happen time and time again throughout the season. I just hope that he continues to have that confidence in me to throw those types of passes."
Over the course of his career, Jefferson has certainly proven to be more than capable of making difficult catches with one or more defenders in the area. It'll be important for Darnold to find the right balance this season. Jefferson should basically always lead the Vikings in targets, but Darnold also has to make the right reads and get others involved when they're open.
This was a fairly quiet day for Jefferson, who finished with four catches for 59 yards and a touchdown on six targets. The Vikings were leading by multiple scores for most of the game, which meant they could lean on the running game. Starting next week against the 49ers, Jefferson should be in line for major volume as the Vikings look to take down some quality teams.
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