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Jefferson scored only two touchdowns in 2025; it took him four quarters to equal that total this season. The Bears' defense ranked 24th against the pass in EPA allowed, allowing Bryce Young his third career game with 300 passing yards and three touchdowns. Jefferson saw a first-read rate of 53% in Week 1 and had nine targets.
STACKED’s take
Jefferson's TD surge and potential QB upgrade face Bears' 24th-ranked pass defense.
Safe start at Chicago Bears in Week 2. Primary issue was J.J. McCarthy's limitations; Jefferson ranked 58th in catchable target rate (71%) among 50+ target WRs in 2025 but scored 2 TDs in entire 2025 season and matched that in Week 1 alone. Vikings had fourth-fewest pass attempts per game under McCarthy (2025: 17th with Sam Darnold). Despite backup Carson Wentz entering early in Week 1, Vikings still managed 18th-most plays. If Kyler Murray returns from concussion or Wentz gets clean prep week, volume should increase. Bears ranked 24th in pass EPA allowed, allowing Bryce Young his third career 300-yard, 3-TD game. Jefferson saw 53% first-read rate with 9 targets in Week 1; could easily hit double digits this week.
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