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Justin Jefferson scores as many TDs on Sunday as he did in entire 2025 season

Minnesota star receiver Justin Jefferson equaled his entire 2025 scoring output during Sunday's season opener, hauling in two touchdown receptions in a dramatic 39-22 comeback victory over the Green Bay Packers. The Vikings' offensive turnaround unfolded under unlikely circumstances after starting quarterback Kyler Murray suffered a concussion during the opening quarter of his team debut.

Backup passer Carson Wentz took over the offense and sparked a dominant run of 29 consecutive unanswered points to secure the win.

Wentz first hooked up with Jefferson on a deep second-quarter score before finding the two-time All-Pro again later in the contest. The duo also successfully combined on a crucial two-point conversion with 6:37 left on the clock, handing Minnesota a 25-22 advantage on a drive kept alive by three critical defensive infractions committed by Green Bay.