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Vikings' Justin Jefferson reacts to receiving perfect Madden rating
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports

Vikings' Justin Jefferson reacts to receiving perfect Madden rating

On Monday, Justin Jefferson lived out a childhood dream when Madden revealed he received a perfect 99 grade in "Madden 24."

Jefferson's widely hailed as the best receiver in football and the Madden rating only confirms what we already knew. Last season, Jefferson led the league in receptions (128) and yards (1,809.)

Since entering the league in 2020, Jefferson leads the league with 4,825 receiving yards.

He recently won the 2023 ESPY for "Best Play" with his incredible catch against Buffalo last November. 

That's his signature play, but last month, the NFL's social media team shared a video showcasing his exceptional route-running ability.

Jefferson is entering the final year of his four-year, $13 million rookie contract. The Vikings picked up his fifth-year option on April 25 and the two sides are working on a long-term deal to keep him in Minnesota. 

Jefferson was drafted out of LSU in the first round (22nd overall.) He starred for the Tigers on their 2019 national championship-winning team with 111 receptions, 1,540 yards and 18 touchdowns. 

He set the College Football Playoff record for receptions (14) and yards (227) in a game in the national semifinal against Oklahoma.

Eric Smithling

Eric Smithling is a writer based in New Orleans, LA, whose byline also appears on Athlon Sports. He has been with Yardbarker since September 2022, primarily covering the NFL and college football, but also the NBA, WNBA, men’s and women’s college basketball, NHL, tennis and golf. He holds a film studies degree from the University of New Orleans

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