Jefferson secured one of three targets for 43 yards during Sunday's 44-38 win over the Bengals. Jefferson was on the field for 62 percent of Pittsburgh's offensive snaps Sunday, the second-highest mark among the team's wide receivers. While he didn't have many targets against Cincinnati, Jefferson put the Steelers in the red zone with just over six minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, which marked the team's longest play of the day. The 2020 second-rounder has secured three of five targets for 82 yards over the last two games, but it seems unlikely that he'll be a reliable fantasy option late in the season since his target share remains low.
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ACTIVELatest Van Jefferson news
Team
Pittsburgh Steelers
Birthdate
7/26/1996 (28)
Status
Active
HT/WT
6'1", 200 lbs
Draft Info
2020: Rd 2; Pk (LA)
Birthplace
Brentwood, TN, USA
Position
WR
College
Florida
Experience
5 seasons
Career History
Pittsburgh Steelers
2024-Present
(1 season)
Los Angeles Rams
2020-2024
(4 seasons)
Atlanta Falcons
2023-2023
(1 season)
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DraftKings points 6.1FanDuel Points 5.1REC 1.9REC YDS 30.6LNG 19.4TD 0.2CBSS fantasy points 4.2ESPN fantasy points 4.2Yahoo fantasy points 5.1
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Full season projectionsREC 28.3REC YDS 277.9LNG 19.0
Jefferson secured one of three targets for 43 yards during Sunday's 44-38 win over the Bengals. Jefferson was on the field for 62 percent of Pittsburgh's offensive snaps Sunday, the second-highest mark among the team's wide receivers. While he didn't have many targets against Cincinnati, Jefferson put the Steelers in the red zone with just over six minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, which marked the team's longest play of the day. The 2020 second-rounder has secured three of five targets for 82 yards over the last two games, but it seems unlikely that he'll be a reliable fantasy option late in the season since his target share remains low.
Jefferson secured both of his targets for 39 yards during Thursday's 24-19 loss to the Browns. Jefferson aggravated a quad injury in the first half of Thursday's primetime matchup but returned after halftime. He recorded a 35-yard reception in the third quarter and finished the game with his second-highest yardage total of the season. However, the 2020 second-rounder had been held without a catch in each of his previous two games, highlighting his inconsistency during the 2024 campaign.
Jefferson (quadriceps) returned to Thursday's game against the Browns, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports. Jefferson was forced out of the game after taking a hit to his quad and aggravating an injury that plagued him heading into Week 11. He returned in the second half to record a long 35-yard reception midway through the third quarter.
Jefferson is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Browns due to a quad injury, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. Jefferson dealt with the same issue prior to Week 11 but was ultimately able to suit up. He took a hit late in the first quarter of Thursday's game that seemed to aggravate the issue, and it's now unclear if he'll retake the field.
Jefferson was unable to secure his lone target during Sunday's 18-16 win over Baltimore. Jefferson dealt with a quadriceps injury ahead of Sunday's Week 11 tilt, but he played through the issue against Baltimore. However, he was held without any yards from scrimmage for a second consecutive game. While the 2020 second-rounder has consistently seen the second-most offensive snaps of any Steelers receiver this season behind only George Pickens, Jefferson hasn't been a reliable fantasy contributor and could see his role decrease even more as Mike Williams adjusts to his new team.
Jefferson (quadriceps) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Ravens, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports. After missing practice Wednesday, Jefferson was limited Thursday and upgraded to full Friday. The veteran wideout hasn't been a fantasy factor all season and could start losing playing time to trade acquisition Mike Williams as soon as this week.
Jefferson (quadricep) was limited at practice Thursday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports. Jefferson missed Wednesday's session, so his upgrade to limited participation a day later bodes well for his chances of being available Sunday against the Ravens. Through nine games this season, Jefferson has logged a 14-139-1 line on 23 targets, a pace that limits the wideout's fantasy utility to deeper formats.
Jefferson (quadriceps) didn't practice Wednesday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports. It's a new injury for Jefferson and one that bears monitoring ahead of Sunday's AFC North clash with the Ravens. Baltimore's pass defense has been a sieve all season, and if Jefferson is unable to play, it could open up more playing time for Mike Williams in his second game with the Steelers after he hauled in a game-winning 32-yard touchdown on his only target in his Pittsburgh debut last Sunday. Williams played just nine offensive snaps last week against Washington but may be primed for a bigger role after a full week with the team.
Jefferson failed to secure either of his two targets in Sunday's 28-27 win over Washington. Jefferson had a season-best performance in the Steelers' final game before their Week 9 bye, securing four of five targets for 62 yards. Although he was on the field for 71 percent of the team's offensive snaps against the Commanders, the 2020 second-rounder was held without a catch for the third time this season. Jefferson hasn't been a consistent fantasy option this year, and his role seems likely to diminish as Mike Williams gets up to speed on the playbook.