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Vikings | Nick Muse on injured reserve Wed Sep 18, 03:18 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE Nick Muse (hand) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Wednesday, Sept. 18. The team also signed practice squad RB Myles Gaskin to their 53-man roster. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Vikings | Good news for Justin Jefferson Wed Sep 18, 02:44 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (quadriceps) took part in the team's walkthrough on Wednesday, Sept. 18, head coach Kevin O'Connell said.
| Footballguys view: It's a start for Jefferson, and there's a chance he suits up in Week 3. Let's see how his body responds to the work, and Friday is the big day in terms of practice participation. |
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Vikings | Minnesota returns Myles Gaskin to PS Mon Sep 16, 07:19 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Myles Gaskin reverted back to the practice squad Monday, Sept. 16, after being on the active roster for the Week 2 game.
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Vikings | Dallas Turner dealing with injury Mon Sep 16, 06:02 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Dallas Turner (knee) is considered day-to-day because of a knee injury.
Link to story Vikings | O'Connell Characterizes Justin Jefferson As Day To Day Mon Sep 16, 01:43 PM
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson downplayed the quad injury that knocked him out of the team's win over the 49ers in the locker room on Sunday, and it doesn't sound like things got any worse overnight. Head coach Kevin O'Connell gave an update on Jefferson's condition during his Monday press conference, and the word continues to be good about Jefferson's chances of playing against the Texans in Week 3. "Justin did come in today feeling pretty good, which was a positive based upon the initial quad contusion that kinda happened on that run play," O'Connell said. "We'll be day-to-day with Justin. We'll keep you guys posted throughout the week on his workload and what it looks like for Sunday, but pretty positive in the early returns there."
| Footballguys view: Missing time on Sunday didn't keep Jefferson from adding to a resume that has him on track to put up some of the biggest numbers of any receiver in the league's history. If all goes according to plan, he'll be back to it next Sunday. We will continue to follow his progress closely as the team begins preparations for Houston on Wednesday. |
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Vikings | Jalen Nailor snags TD Sun Sep 15, 10:23 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor caught three of his four targets for 54 yards and a touchdown in a 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2.
Link to story Vikings | Blake Cashman all over the field Sun Sep 15, 10:22 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Blake Cashman logged 13 tackles, a sack and three passes defensed in a 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2.
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Vikings | Aaron Jones logs 68 total yards Sun Sep 15, 10:13 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones rushed nine times for 32 yards and caught five passes for 36 yards in a 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2. He also lost a fumble.
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Vikings | Ty Chandler logs 82 rushing yards Sun Sep 15, 10:00 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Ty Chandler rushed 10 times for a team-high 82 yards in a 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2.
Link to story Vikings | Sam Darnold tosses two TDs Sun Sep 15, 09:50 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold completed 17 of his 26 passes for 268 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in a 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2.
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson not seriously injured Sun Sep 15, 08:19 PM
Updating a previous report, Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (quadriceps) left the Week 2 game against the San Francisco 49ers due to a quad contusion, and he was unable to return. However, after the game, he was optimistic. 'I'm not seriously injured,' Jefferson said Sunday, Sept. 15. 'So, that's the main important thing. So, it's just all about getting to the training room, making sure my body is right for next week and I'll be ready to go next Sunday.'
| Footballguys view: Jefferson took a knee directly to his thigh in the third quarter. He was moving with a noticeable limp but under his own power. With the status of both Jefferson and Jordan Addison, who missed today's game with an ankle injury, unclear, Jaylen Nailer and Brandon Powell might be worth stashing on rosters with deep benches. We'll keep a close eye on news from Minnesota in the coming days but expect Jefferson's status to be up in the air as the team prepares to play the Texans next week. |
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson injury update Sun Sep 15, 03:31 PM
Updating a previous report, Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (quadriceps) suffered a quadriceps injury during the Week 2 game and is considered questionable to return.
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson out of game Sun Sep 15, 03:20 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (undisclosed) left the Week 2 game early and went to the locker room.
| Footballguys view: Jefferson suffered a quad injury and did not return. The injury isn't serious, but his Week 3 status against the Texans is uncertain. |
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Vikings | Week 2 Minnesota Vikings inactives Sun Sep 15, 11:36 AM
The Minnesota Vikings have declared DL Jalen Redmond, DT Levi Drake Rodriguez, CB Dwight McGlothern, DB Fabian Moreau, QB Brett Rypien, WR Jordan Addison and OT Walter Rouse inactive for Week 2.
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Vikings | Multiple teams had expressed interest in Justin Jefferson Sun Sep 15, 10:13 AM
The Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets and San Francisco 49ers were among the NFL teams that contacted the Minnesota Vikings last offseason about a possible trade for WR Justin Jefferson before he signed his contract extension. However, the Vikings never considered dealing him and discussions didn't go anywhere, according to multiple sources.
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Vikings | Vikings elevate 2 for Week 2 Sat Sep 14, 05:05 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Myles Gaskin and DL Jonah X. Williams were elevated from the practice squad for Week 2 on Saturday, Sept. 14.
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Vikings | Coach optimistic about Harrison Smith Fri Sep 13, 08:12 PM
Minnesota Vikings S Harrison Smith (hip) is listed as questionable for Week 2, but head coach Kevin O'Connell said he believes Smith has a good chance to play in the game.
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Vikings | Jalen Nailor ready to play Fri Sep 13, 03:08 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Sept. 13, and is not on the injury report for Week 2.
Link to story Vikings | Jordan Addison to miss Week 2 Fri Sep 13, 03:07 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Sept. 13, and has been ruled out for Week 2.
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Vikings | Week 2 injury report for Minnesota Fri Sep 13, 02:54 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) did not practice all week and has been ruled out for Week 2 against the Santas the 49ers. S Harrison Smith (hip), OT Brian O'Neill (elbow) and OG Ed Ingram (tricep) were limited in practice on Friday, Sept. 13, and are listed as questionable. CB Stephon Gilmore (rest) did not practice on Friday but is expected to play. C Garrett Bradbury knee) and WR Jalen Nailor (ankle) practiced in full on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report. LB Andrew Van Ginkel (foot) was not given a practice designation on Friday but is also expected to be active.
| Footballguys view: Jalen Nailor will get the start as the #2 receiver with Addison out and Brandon Powell will get more slot snaps. Tight ends Josh Oliver and Johnny Mundt could also help pick up the slack in the passing game. |
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Vikings | Jordan Addison a 'DNP' again Thu Sep 12, 05:27 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) did not participate in practice once again on Thursday, Sept. 12.
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Vikings | Vikings' Thursday injury report Thu Sep 12, 05:24 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) and S Harrison Smith (hip) did not practice on Thursday, Sept. 12. In addition, LB Andrew Van Ginkel (foot), OT Brian O'Neill and C Garrett Bradbury (knee) were limited and WR Jalen Nailor (ankle) practiced in full.
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Vikings | Wednesday practice report for Vikings Wed Sep 11, 06:42 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Andrew Van Ginkel (foot) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Sept. 11. C Garrett Bradbury (knee) was limited during practice, while WR Jalen Nailor (ankle) fully participated in practice.
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Vikings | No practice for Jordan Addison Wed Sep 11, 06:34 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Sept. 11.
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Vikings | Jeshaun Jones returning to Minnesota Tue Sep 10, 04:20 PM
Free-agent WR Jeshaun Jones (Vikings) was signed to the practice squad of the Minnesota Vikings on Tuesday, Sept. 10. CB Jaylin Williams was released from the practice squad to make room for him.
Link to story Vikings | Harrison Phillips re-ups Tue Sep 10, 12:44 PM
Minnesota Vikings DT Harrison Phillips agreed to a two-year, $19 million extension Tuesday, Sept. 10, with more than $13 million guaranteed.
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Vikings | T.J. Hockenson restructures Tue Sep 10, 09:23 AM
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson restructured his contract Tuesday, Sept. 10, to free up $7.5 million.
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Vikings | Myles Gaskin back on practice squad Mon Sep 9, 07:38 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Myles Gaskin reverted back to the practice squad Monday, Sept. 9, after being on the active roster for the Week 1 game.
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Vikings | WR Jordan Addison's Week 2 Status Remains Unclear Mon Sep 9, 03:18 PM
Jordan Addison has a chance to play in Minnesota's Week 2 matchup with San Francisco, but he will need to make significant progress throughout the week to do so. Head coach Kevin O'Connell said in his Monday press conference that Addison has "pretty significant soreness" from the ankle injury he suffered during Sunday's victory over the Giants.
| Footballguys view: In addition to suggesting the team would be "smart" in handling the issue, O'Connell said that during the practice week, Addison "at the very most will be limited and I know Jordan will be ready to go if we can get him out there." We'll continue to watch for more. Jalen Nailor and Brandon Powell would move up in the rotation behind Justin Jefferson if Addison can't play. |
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Vikings | Jordan Addison update Mon Sep 9, 11:10 AM
Updating previous reports, Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison's (ankle) injury is not to the same ankle he injured in training camp.
| Footballguys view: This confirms what we reported in a previous item. Addison had a high-left ankle sprain this summer, but head coach Kevin O'Connell said after the game that Addison had hurt his right ankle this time. Addison had three catches for 35 yards before leaving the win over New York. His status for Week 2 remains unclear. |
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Vikings | Andrew Van Ginkel records pick-six Sun Sep 8, 07:14 PM
Minnesota Vikings LB Andrew Van Ginkel posted four total stops, two solo tackles, a tackle for loss, a pass defensed, two quarterback hits and a 10-yard interception return for touchdown in Week 1 against the New York Giants.
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Vikings | Byron Murphy Jr. all over the field Sun Sep 8, 07:08 PM
Minnesota Vikings CB Byron Murphy had game highs with nine total stops, including eight of the solo variety, while adding a tackle for loss and a pass defensed in Week 1 against the New York Giants.
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Vikings | C.J. Ham opens with lost fumble Sun Sep 8, 07:07 PM
Minnesota Vikings FB C.J. Ham had two receptions for 11 yards on his two targets in Week 1 against the New York Giants, and he also lost a fumble.
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Vikings | Johnny Mundt posts pair of receptions Sun Sep 8, 07:06 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE Johnny Mundt was good for two receptions for 15 yards on three targets in Week 1 against the New York Giants.
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Vikings | Jalen Nailor makes only catch count Sun Sep 8, 07:05 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor had a 21-yard touchdown reception on his lone target in Week 1 against the New York Giants.
Link to story Vikings | Josh Oliver secures two receptions Sun Sep 8, 07:03 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE Josh Oliver cashed in his two targets for two catches and 27 yards in Week 1 against the New York Giants.
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Vikings | Three receptions for Jordan Addison Sun Sep 8, 07:02 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison posted three receptions for 35 yards on four targets in Week 1 against the New York Giants.
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson gets into end zone Sun Sep 8, 06:45 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson registered four receptions for a team-best 59 yards and a touchdown in Week 1 against the New York Giants on six targets.
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Vikings | Myles Gaskin goes backwards Sun Sep 8, 06:43 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Myles Gaskin had one rush for minus-3 yards on his only offensive touch in Week 1 against the New York Giants.
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Vikings | Ty Chandler totals 11 touches Sun Sep 8, 06:42 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Ty Chandler rushed eight times for 17 yards in Week 1 against the New York Giants, while absorbing his three targets for three grabs and 25 yards.
Link to story Vikings | Aaron Jones flirts with triple digits Sun Sep 8, 06:41 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones rushed 14 times for a game-high 94 yards and a touchdown in his team debut in Week 1 against the New York Giants. Jones also converted his two targets into two receptions for 15 yards.
| Footballguys view: Ty Chandler got more work than a mere backup, but Jones was clearly the better back, and he's the one who will be trusted at the goal line. Sam Darnold's performance also helps the value of Jones, who should be in lineups as an RB2 against the 49ers next week. |
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Vikings | Sam Darnold efficient in Week 1 Sun Sep 8, 06:38 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold completed 19-of-24 passes for 208 yards, two touchdowns and one interception in Week 1 against the New York Giants.
| Footballguys view: Darnold started 12-for-12 and led a 99-yard touchdown drive in the first half. The Vikings offense appears to be in good hands, although next week will bring a matchup with the 49ers, whose defense should put up more resistance than the Giants did. Darnold is a good pickup in 1QB leagues. |
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Vikings | Jordan Addison to undergo tests Sun Sep 8, 06:32 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) is scheduled to undergo tests Monday, Sept. 9, on the ankle injury he suffered in Week 1, but the injury is not believed to be serious at this time, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
| Footballguys view: Addison dealt with a high-left ankle sprain this summer but said he felt 100 percent this week, and this isn't the same injury. Head coach Kevin O'Connell said after the game that Addison hurt his right ankle this time, and he didn't have much else to say about his outlook for Week 2. Addison had three catches for 35 yards before leaving the game. |
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Vikings | Ankle injury for Jordan Addison Sun Sep 8, 02:52 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) suffered an ankle injury during the Week 1 game and will not return.
| Footballguys view: It appears that it was an aggravation of his ankle injury from training camp. The good news for the Vikings pass offense is that Sam Darnold had an impressive debut as the starting quarterback. Jalen Nailor will be the #2 receiver if Addison misses time and Johnny Mundt and Josh Oliver will help in the passing game from the tight end position. |
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Vikings | Week 1 Minnesota Vikings inactives Sun Sep 8, 11:44 AM
The Minnesota Vikings have declared DT Levi Drake Rodriguez, CB Dwight McGlothern, DB Fabian Moreau, WR Trishton Jackson, QB Brett Rypien, OT Walter Rouse and DL Jalen Redmond inactive for Week 1.
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Vikings | Aaron Jones finished strong in 2023 Sat Sep 7, 09:24 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones rushed for more than 100 yards in each of the final five games of last season, which included a pair of playoff games.
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Vikings | Vikings elevate 2 for Week 1 Sat Sep 7, 02:06 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Myles Gaskin and S Bobby McCain were elevated from the practice squad for Week 1 on Saturday, Sept. 7.
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Vikings | Minnesota's injury report for Week 1 Fri Sep 6, 02:54 PM
Minnesota Vikings S Harrison Smith (rest) and CB Stephon Gilmore (rest) did not practice on Friday, Sept. 6, but are expected to play in Week 1 versus the New York Giants. WR Jordan Addison (ankle) and WR Jalen Nailor (ankle) were upgraded to a full practice on Friday and have been removed from the injury report.
| Footballguys view: Addison being removed from the injury report is a great news after he revealed he suffered a high ankle sprain in August. Nailor had a good summer and he'll be the #3 receiver with speed to stretch defenses. The outlook is improving for Sam Darnold in his first start as a Viking. |
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Vikings | Jordan Addison says he's playing Thu Sep 5, 06:01 PM
Updating a previous report, Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) will play in Week 1 and feels 100% despite being limited in practice for the first two days of the week, he told reporters on Thursday, Sept. 5.
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Vikings | Jordan Addison limited again Thu Sep 5, 05:40 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) was limited in practice yet again on Thursday, Sept. 5.
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