Vikings: Justin Jefferson got away with push off
I’ll be the first to admit that in the moment, the officials would’ve been hard-pressed to call Jefferson for offensive pass interference. With the benefit of instant replay, it’s pretty clear that Jefferson extended his arm, creating some separation with the Green Bay Packers defensive back. But, in live action, it looks like the LSU product just made a great play.
Did Justin Jefferson push off? You be the judge. #GBvsMIN pic.twitter.com/tOBwOZ74HL
— Jeremiah Bellile (@miahbellile) November 21, 2021
Jefferson had eight catches for 169 yards and two touchdowns on the day. He utterly dominated the Packers, and despite Aaron Rodgers answering right back with a touchdown drive of his own, Kirk Cousins and the Vikings eventually came away victorious at home over the division leaders.
The Packers could afford to drop a game, especially on the road in a tough environment. Nonetheless, losing in part thanks to a controversial no-call has to be frustrating. The Vikings are still 2.5 games back from the Packers in the NFC North.