Minnesota Vikings fans have understandably been concerned about Justin Jefferson's latest injury. The four-time All-Pro wide receiver, however, provided some assurance ahead of his team's preseason opener against the Houston Texans on Saturday.

Sidelined since July 24 with a strained left hamstring, Jefferson -- who was not in the lineup for Saturday's matchup -- delivered a simple message via the NFL's social media account on X.

"Don't worry," Jefferson said, "Jet's gonna be on that field real soon. Real soon."

That optimism from the 26-year-old should ease concerns, especially considering Jefferson missed seven games in 2023 with a torn right hamstring.

The sixth-year pro took himself out of the Vikings' practice on July 24, telling reporters afterward that he felt "tightness" in bot

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