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Vikings-Dolphins injury updates: Justin Jefferson to miss Week 4 game vs. Miami
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· October 2, 2026
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Key points As a result, he will not be playing in the Week 4 game against the Miami Dolphins. The Vikings will be missing their star receiver for an upcoming game.
The Vikings will be missing their star receiver for an upcoming game. Justin Jefferson suffered an ankle sprain during a game against the Buccaneers. As a result, he will not be playing in the Week 4 game against the Miami Dolphins.
Further information about the injury and the team's availability is available. The latest updates on injuries and player availability can be found through ongoing news coverage.
Details about the team's plans and expectations without their star receiver are not specified, but updates are being provided as more information becomes available.
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Category: News Published: October 2, 2026 Source: Star Tribune Reading time: 1 min
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