Justin Jefferson, Jaxon Smith-Njigba injured? Vikings, Seahawks fans concerned; 'are they playing?'

Wide receivers Justin Jefferson and Jaxon Smith-Njigba got off to a surprisingly slow start. Fans questioned whether they were dealing with injuries.

Updated on: Dec 1, 2025, 04:19:19 IST

By Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan

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The Seattle Seahawks hosted the Minnesota Vikings in a crucial NFC matchup at Lumen Field on Sunday, with kickoff at 4:05 p.m. ET. Wide receivers Justin Jefferson and Jaxon Smith-Njigba got off to a surprisingly slow start.

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on prior to a game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on November 30, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Getty Images via AFP)

Jefferson was held without a catch in the first quarter, tightly covered by Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon. JSN struggled similarly, failing to make a significant impact in the first half of the game.

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Fans react

The lack of production quickly drew frustration from fans, with some questioning whether the star receivers were dealing with injuries and others venting on social media.

One fan wrote on X, "36 seconds left in the first half and Justin Jefferson nor Jaxon Smith-Njigba have a catch. Insanity."

Another added, “At this point put me in coach, I’ve got a fantasy league to win and Justin Jefferson not seeing the ball ain gon get it done.”

A third person commented, "So I guess Justin Jefferson and Jaxon Smith-Njigba aren't catching passes today. Fun stuff."

Another expressed, "Someone please explain to me how Justin Jefferson and Jaxon smith Njigba has 0 receiving yards at halftime."

Another wrote, "Through the first 22 minutes of play, Justin Jefferson and Jaxon Smith-Njigba have the same number of targets as you or I do."

A fan added, "I have Justin Jefferson and Jaxson Smith-Njigba in Fantasy football this week. Time to end it all."

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Halftime Score

Seattle Seahawks: 13

Minnesota Vikings: 0

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More

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