Well, they've had to deal with different quarterbacks, and yet their production is still through the roof," he explained.
Douzable concluded that Jefferson is no longer a top-two receiver. "Now, J.
J.' s still a really good player.
I just don't think he's a top 2 receiver in football anymore. I think [No.] 8's a little bit too high on this list," he said.
On CBS Sports HQ, Douzable reiterated his stance, noting that Smith-Njigba played with different quarterbacks and Chase lost Joe Burrow for nine games yet still finished in the top four in receiving yards.
In contrast, SKOR North analyst Thor Nystrom predicted a major offensive turnaround for the Vikings in 2026.
"We're definitely going to get a bounce back from Jefferson, and from the passing game, I believe," Nystrom said.
Nystrom added that better health on the offensive line and the quarterback competition between Murray and McCarthy would provide stability.
"I do think the run game will be better, too.
One of the major factors for both of those things is, knock on wood, but I think the offensive line.
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If it were as injury-cursed and ravaged as it was last year, that would be a stunning mathematical anomaly for that to happen two straight years," he said.
