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Justin Jefferson

Justin Jefferson

WRMinnesota Vikings MIN
Xavier Legette

Xavier Legette

WRCarolina Panthers CAR
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πŸ”“ EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Jefferson over Legette

 
 
 
 
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Includes Detailed Projections

Outlook Justin Jefferson

Elite WR1 Status Secure as Quarterback Upgrades Energize Minnesota's Offense

Justin Jefferson remains the undisputed focal point of the Minnesota passing attack, leading a receiving corps alongside Jordan Addison and tight end T.J. Hockenson. The arrival of Kyler Murray alongside a developing J.J. McCarthy offers a major upgrade to the offense, elevating Jefferson's weekly ceiling.

Our models project Jefferson to secure 95 receptions for 1,250 receiving yards and six touchdowns on 139 targets. This heavy workload guarantees a dominant target share, making him one of the safest high-floor assets in fantasy football.

Jefferson's ADP recently spiked to 6th overall in early June before settling back to a value of 12th overall in mid-June. At this late first-round draft price, our projections view him as an absolute steal rather than a market reach, giving managers an elite 1.0 PPR anchor.


Updated 10 hrs ago

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πŸ”“ EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Legette over Jefferson

 
 
 
 
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Includes Detailed Projections

Outlook Xavier Legette

A Leaner, Motivated Xavier Legette Eyes a Third-Year Breakout in Carolina

After a disappointing sophomore campaign where his production dipped to 393 yards and three touchdowns, Xavier Legette has arrived at offseason workouts leaner, healthier, and motivated to rebound. Listed as a starting outside receiver on the depth chart opposite Tetairoa McMillan, Legette is primed to secure a primary role in the passing game under Bryce Young.

Our projections remain cautious, forecasting Legette for 22 receptions, 250 yards, and one touchdown. Despite his starting role, his low historical efficiencyβ€”averaging just 10.1 yards per catch over his first two seasonsβ€”keeps his projected floor modest. Fantasy managers are understandably hesitant, as his start rate currently sits at a meager two percent.

Looking at draft trends, Legette's ADP is currently fluctuating in the deep flyer range around 620. This falling draft cost reflects a market that has largely written him off, making him a virtually free post-hype sleeper in PPR formats. If Young takes a step forward, Legette's physical tools and newfound conditioning offer intriguing bench depth.


Updated 10 hrs ago

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Performance Justin Jefferson
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Performance Xavier Legette
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Next Up Redzone Touches
Redzone Touches Justin Jefferson
REDZONE
WK OPP ATT TAR REC
1 GB πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
2 @CHI πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
3 @TB πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
4 MIA πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
5 @NO πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
7 BYE πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
8 IND πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
9 @DET πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
10 BUF πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
11 @GB πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
12 @SF πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
12 ATL πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
13 CAR πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
14 @NE πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
15 DET πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
16 WAS πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
17 @NYJ πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
18 CHI πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“

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Redzone Touches Xavier Legette
REDZONE
WK OPP ATT TAR REC
1 CHI πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
2 @ATL πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
3 @CLE πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
4 DET πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
5 BYE πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
6 @PHI πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
7 TB πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
8 @GB πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
9 DEN πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
10 @NO πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
11 BAL πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
12 @TB πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
12 @MIN πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
13 NO πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
15 CIN πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
16 @PIT πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
17 SEA πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
18 ATL πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
19 πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“

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Next Up Own/Start Comparison
OWN/START Justin Jefferson
OWN
100%
No change since last week.
START
91%
+3.54 compared to last week
OWN/START Xavier Legette
OWN
11%
+0.67 compared to last week
START
 
2%
+0.13 compared to last week
Next Up Consensus Rankings
Expert Consensus Justin Jefferson
7th
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Expert Consensus Xavier Legette
Not Ranked
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Next Up Player Breakdowns
Breakdown Justin Jefferson

    Overview

  • Experts rank this player at 7th among WR's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 30th with 122.30 total points (6.79 avg).
  • Currently 187 points behind the leader: Puka Nacua
  • He should be doing much better than this. You might be able to get him now for a discount.
  • Average points in the past two weeks have dipped quite a bit at 6.8.
  • Receiving Stats

  • Top 10 in receptions and is currently ranked 10th among WR.
  • Top 10 in targets and is currently ranked 7th among WR.
  • Top 15 in red zone targets and is currently ranked 12th among WR.
  • Top 15 in reception yards with 1096 and 12.45 YPC and is currently ranked 15th among WR.
  • Top 100 in Rec TDs with 2, though that isn't saying much, and is currently ranked 93rd among WR.
  • Rushing Stats

  • Top 75 in rush yards with 7 (0.39 per game), though that isn't saying much, and is currently ranked 59th among WR.
  • Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Receptions: -24, Rec Yards: -575 Rec TDs: -9,
  • Season Outlook

  • REC: 95, REC YDS: 1250, REC TDS: 6
Breakdown Xavier Legette

    Overview

  • Experts don't even rank him among WR's. Either he is on a bye week or is just plain bad. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 75th with 57.30 total points (3.02 avg).
  • Currently 252 points behind the leader: Puka Nacua
  • Decline in numbers lately by 3 PPG.
  • Receiving Stats

  • Top 75 in receptions, though that isn't saying much, and is currently ranked 62nd among WR.
  • Top 75 in targets, though that isn't saying much, and is currently ranked 56th among WR.
  • Top 75 in Rec TDs with 3, though that isn't saying much, and is currently ranked 62nd among WR.
  • Rushing Stats

    Bonus Qualities

  • Played in 3 more games this year than last year.
  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Receptions: -7, Rec Yards: -74 Rec TDs: -1,
  • Unfortunately two players have the same exact name and his rating may not be entirely accurate at this point. We are working on fixing situations like this!
  • Season Outlook

  • REC: 22, REC YDS: 250, REC TDS: 1
Next Up Health Check
Injury Justin Jefferson

No Injury Reported

Injury Xavier Legette

No Injury Reported

Next Up Matchup Comparison
Matchups Justin Jefferson

Week 1
Minnesota Vikings VS Green Bay Packers

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
21.72316.831693703.70
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts don"t even rank him among DST's. Either he is on a bye week or is just plain bad. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 23rd with 83.00 total points (4.61 avg).
  • Currently 144 points behind the leader: Seahawks DST
  • Decline in numbers lately by 4.6 PPG.

Defensive Stats

  • Top 10 in total yards against with 335.47 per game and is currently ranked 10th among DST.
  • Ranked 18th in rush defense with 2094 (123.18 per game).
  • Top 8 in pass defense with 3609 (212.29 per game) and is currently ranked 7th among DST.
  • Top 12 in points against with 21.18 per game and currently ranked 11th among DST.
  • Currently ranked 32nd in Total TDs with 0 (0.00 per game) among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: +35.93, Turnovers: -19 Sacks: -24, INTs: -12, TDs: -3, Points Allowed: +1.87,

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 41, INT: 12, TDS: 2, PA/G: 22.5, YDS/G: 331.3
Matchups Xavier Legette

Week 1
Carolina Panthers VS Chicago Bears

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
24.32353.2133234023.94
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts don"t even rank him among DST's. Either he is on a bye week or is just plain bad. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 13th with 119.00 total points (6.26 avg).
  • Currently 108 points behind the leader: Seahawks DST
  • Average points in the past two weeks have dipped quite a bit at 6.3.

Defensive Stats

  • Top 2 in turnovers with 33 (1.94 per game) and is currently ranked 1st among DST.
  • Ranked 30th in rush defense with 2473 (145.47 per game).
  • Ranked 20th in pass defense with 4238 (249.29 per game).
  • Top 2 in interceptions with 23 (1.35 per game) and currently ranked 1st among DST.
  • One of the worst in points against with 24.41 per game and currently ranked 23rd among DST.
  • Top 14 in Total TDs with 2 (0.12 per game) and currently ranked 13th among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: -15.91, Turnovers: +8 Sacks: +3, INTs: +8, TDs: EVEN, Points Allowed: +3.56,
  • Unfortunately two players have the same exact name and his rating may not be entirely accurate at this point. We are working on fixing situations like this!

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 41, INT: 13, TDS: 2, PA/G: 25.9, YDS/G: 384.4
Next Up Ratings Comparison
Rating Justin Jefferson
24.68
FantasySP Player Rating
Rating Xavier Legette
5.18
FantasySP Player Rating
Next Up Career Comparison
Career Justin Jefferson
RECEIVING RUSH
YEAR TEAM GP TGTS REC YD AVG TD ATT YD AVG TD
2020 MIN 16 125 88 1400 15.9 7 1 2 2 0
2021 MIN 16 167 108 1616 15.0 10 6 14 2.3 0
2022 MIN 16 184 128 1809 14.1 8 4 24 6 1
2023 MIN 10 100 68 1074 15.8 5 1 -12 -12 0
2024 MIN 16 153 103 1533 14.9 10 1 3 3 0
2025 MIN 16 147 88 1096 12.5 2 2 7 3.5 0
3-YEAR AVG 15 136 88 1254 14.2 6 1 -1 -0.5 0
Totals 97 893 595 8633 14.5 42 15 38 2.5 1
Career Xavier Legette
RECEIVING RUSH
YEAR TEAM GP TGTS REC YD AVG TD ATT YD AVG TD
2024 CAR 15 84 49 497 10.1 4 6 24 4 0
2025 CAR 16 73 39 393 10.1 3 1 0 0 0
3-YEAR AVG 10 51 29 294 10.1 2 2 8 3.4 0
Totals 32 157 88 890 10.1 7 7 24 3.4 0
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