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Justin Jefferson Enjoys the Thielen Role

Star receiver Justin Jefferson has been working on his comeback from a hamstring injury suffered in Week 5. He was placed on IR a few days later and hasn’t been back on the field since, missing the following six contests. His next chance to return is Monday at the annual home matchup with the Bears or after the bye week in Las Vegas.

Justin Jefferson Enjoys the Thielen Role

Justin Jefferson Enjoys the Thielen-Role
Justin Jefferson Enjoys the Thielen-Role

Besides recovering from the injury, the first-year team captain has taken on a large role as a leader in the locker room, trying to help younger guys out.