Footballer Justin Jefferson’s Facts- Wiki, Age, Brothers, Girlfriend, Height, Net Worth

Last Updated : February 8, 2022

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Age (2022): 23 Years Old

Girlfriend/Dating: Tianna Harris (Rumor)

Who is Justin Jefferson?

Justin Jefferson is a famous American football player. He plays for the Minnesota Vikings of NFL as their wide receiver. The football star played college football at LSU and was selected by the Vikings in the preliminary round of the 2020 NFL draft, where he set the rookie record for receiving yards with 1400.

Jefferson has been named two Pro Bowls in his first two pro seasons. In addition, the wide receiver has been the one to receive the most yards in the NFL since the start of the 2020 season.

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Short Bio: Age, Hometown

Justin Jefferson was born on June 16 in the millennial year, 1999. In 2022, the Gemini player will be turning 23. Jefferson comes from St.Rose, Louisana, and grew up in his hometown.

Justin is an American national. We don’t know of his ethnicity or religion.

Family: Parents, Brothers

The footballer comes from a supportive family. The family comprises his father, John Jefferson, mother, Elaine Jefferson, and brothers. It is safe to say that the player comes from a family of athletes as his father, too used to play basketball during his college days.

He is the youngest of three siblings. Justin has two older brothers, Jordan and Rickey. All three brothers were a player of LSU football, and his brothers are former LSU quarterbacks.

Education: High School, College

The player completed schooling at Destrehan High School. Then, committing to football, he joined Louisana State University. During his LSU years, he proved to be one of the most explosive college players, and in his senior season, the player was selected to play for Minnesota Vikings.

NFL Career Journey

Jefferson started his professional career only in the 2020 season. Minnesota Vikings selected the player in the first round with the 22nd overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

After being drafted, he had his first breakthrough by finishing with 175 receiving yards and a touchdown on seven receptions.

By the end of the season’s fourth week, the footballer has already been the fifth rookie wide receiver in Vikings history to have back-to-back games with at least 100 yards receiving. The star player then went on to play various amazing games.

Justin Jefferson’s Girlfriend

Justin Jefferson is rumored to be dating Kent State’s women’s soccer team, Tianna Harris. They often post about each other and interact publicly on social media. However, they haven’t officially confirmed their relationship.

The two-time Ontario Soccer League Champion, Tianna Harris, is currently majoring in marketing at Kent State. Tianna has also been named MAC Defensive Player of the Year.

The couple went through a rough path when it was revealed that Justin had been chatting with CeeDee Lamb’s girlfriend, Crymson Rose. Crymson even posted screenshots of their chats.

YESSSIRRRSKIII, super proud of you??? this really just the start? https://t.co/RjxVO0Rh8w

— Tianna Harris (@TiannaHarrisxo) April 26, 2021

However, these allegations were cleared when Crymson clarified that her account had been hacked. Now, Justin and Tianna seem to be in a happy relationship.

Contract, Salary, Net Worth

Jefferson signed a four-year,$13.12 million contract with Minnesota Vikings with a $7.1 million signing bonus.

His average salary is estimated to be $3,280,701. The player’s estimated net worth is $7.7 million.

Justin Jefferson’s Height, Body

Being a player, Justin Jefferson has a tall height of 6 feet 1 inch or 1.85m. With an athletic body, the player weighs around 203lbs or 92kgs. Justin has curly black hair.

Other Interesting Trivia And Facts

• In college, Jefferson’s number was 2 which he chose to change to 18 in Minnesota Vikings as 2 wasn’t available.

• In the 2021 Pro Bowl, Justin was named rookie of the year by the Sporting News.

• The player excelled in track and field during high school.

• Jefferson was a three-star recruit in high school and was once named the New Orleans Male Athlete of the Week.

• The athlete played both offense and defense in high school.

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