Vikings' Justin Jefferson and Jaxon Smith-Njigba's Mysterious Slow Start Leaves Fans Worried

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The Minnesota Vikings' highly anticipated matchup against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on Sunday turned into a puzzling experience for fans. Wide receivers Justin Jefferson and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, key players for the Vikings, failed to make a significant impact in the first half. Despite being among the top receivers in the league, Jefferson and Smith-Njigba collectively had zero catches in the first quarter. Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon tightly covered Jefferson, while Smith-Njigba struggled to make a difference. Fans were quick to express their frustration on social media, wondering if the receivers were dealing with injuries. One fan exclaimed, 'It's insane that Justin Jefferson and Jaxon Smith-Njigba haven't had a catch yet in this game.' Another joked, 'It's time to put me in, coach – I need to win my fantasy league.' At halftime, the Seahawks led 13-0, leaving many fans concerned about the Vikings' chances. As one fan put it, 'Someone needs to explain why Justin Jefferson and Jaxon Smith-Njigba have zero receiving yards at halftime.' The Vikings will need to regroup and find their rhythm in the second half to stay competitive against the Seahawks.