Vikings' Justin Jefferson helped off field vs. 49ers after suffering leg injury

MINNEAPOLIS -- Justin Jefferson torched the San Francisco 49ers with a 97-yard touchdown to help the Minnesota Vikings storm to an early lead in Sunday's NFC showdown. The star wide receiver was helped off the field late in the third quarter, however, after suffering an apparent leg injury.

Jefferson and 49ers pass rusher Nick Bosa both required medical attention after the same play, which came with Minnesota up 20-7 on San Francisco. Bosa eventually rose to his feet and walked off under his own power, while Jefferson moved gingerly with the help of trainers.

Signed to a long-term contract extension this offseason, Jefferson led the Vikings with four catches for 133 yards and a score before his exit. His departure left Minnesota to lean on reserves Jalen Nailor and Brandon Powell at wide receiver, with starter Jordan Addison already absent due to an ankle injury.

A three-time Pro Bowler, Jefferson missed seven games with a hamstring issue in 2023.