Vikings' Justin Jefferson Becomes Youngest NFL Player with 500 Career Catches

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is poised to make NFL history by tying Larry Fitzgerald as the youngest player to reach 500 career receptions at 26 years and 90 days old. Achieving this milestone during a Week 2 game against the Atlanta Falcons, Jefferson will do so in fewer games than Fitzgerald, making him the second-fastest player to 500 catches behind Michael Thomas. Jefferson’s performance over five seasons, including multiple 1,000-yard campaigns despite playing with various quarterbacks, places him on a trajectory to be one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history. With an average of 6.4 catches per game, Jefferson could surpass historical records if he maintains his pace and longevity. His consistency and ability to make plays have earned him comparisons to legends like Fitzgerald, and he is expected to remain a dominant force for the Vikings for years to come. This milestone underscores Jefferson's elite status and the promising future he holds in the league.