Randy Moss: Justin Jefferson is 'on pace' to become arguably greatest WR ever

Moss had high praise for Jefferson in a recent TMZ interview.

Dec 13, 2021; Glendale, Arizona, USA; ESPN analyst Randy Moss prior to the Arizona Cardinals game against the Los Angeles Rams at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Between Cris Carter, Rand Moss and Justin Jefferson, there has been a lot of talk about who the greatest Vikings wide receiver of all time is. There's only one who's still playing football, and Moss thinks Jefferson could become the greatest wide receiver in NFL history.

Moss was recently asked about Jefferson in a TMZ interview, and while he gave some constructive criticism, he also said Jefferson could be on his way to having a legendary career.

"For him to go down as the greatest Viking and wide receiver to ever do it, I need to see more of Justin getting in that box… I think Justin Jefferson is on pace to be arguably the greatest ever and definitely the greatest Viking to ever do it," Moss said.

Jefferson has only played five seasons in a Vikings uniform, but he's already fourth all-time in franchise history for receiving yards. His 7,432 career yards trail only Anthony Carter, Moss and Cris Carter.

Jefferson's contract ties him to Minnesota until 2029. He doesn't turn 27 until next June, so the only thing stopping him from continuing to climb up the record books is injury.

Moss did mention how Jefferson might need to find the end zone a bit more if he wants to establish himself among the all-time great wide receivers. His 40 career touchdowns ranks seventh in franchise history, but he's still 70 away from Carter's record of 110.

Minnesota has a long history of elite No. 1 WRs. The G.O.A.T. conversation will only continue as Jefferson's Vikings career grows. He has had a historic start to his career, and he will have a great argument as one of the best to ever do it if he keeps up his pace.