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Aaron Jones Aaron Jones Limited in return to practice
Thu, Nov 6, 2025, 3:06 PM
Jones (shoulder/toe) was a limited practice participant Thursday.
Analysis: According to Emily Leiker of The Minnesota Star Tribune, Jones was seen stretching prior to Thursday's session, and his ensuing listing on the Vikings' second Week 10 injury report indicates that he's progressing through the AC joint sprain in his right shoulder and also a toe issue. Jones will have one more chance to get back to full activity this week, or he's more likely to enter the weekend with a designation for Sunday's game against the Ravens. If he's able to suit up, he likely will continue his relative timeshare out of Minnesota's backfield with Jordan Mason. |
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Josh Oliver Josh Oliver Still not practicing Wednesday
Wed, Nov 5, 2025, 8:02 PM
Oliver (foot) did not participate at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Oliver was forced to miss Sunday's game at Detroit because of a foot sprain he suffered in Week 8 against the Chargers, and now his status for Week 10 is in question, too. He'll probably need to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have a chance to play Sunday versus the Ravens. |
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Aaron Jones Aaron Jones DNP on Wednesday
Wed, Nov 5, 2025, 4:16 PM
Jones (shoulder/toe) didn't practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Jones revealed after this past Sunday's win at Detroit that his early departure was due to an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder. As the Vikings reconvened Wednesday to kick off Week 10 prep, his absence was attributed to shoulder and toe issues. The latter was unknown until now, so his status will be watched closely as the week continues to see if he's in any danger of missing Sunday's game against the Ravens. |
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Zavier Scott Zavier Scott Limited to special teams
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 2:25 PM
Scott played 13 snaps, all on special teams, in Sunday's win at Detroit.
Analysis: When Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason are healthy, Scott will have a limited role on offense. Scott didn't play on offense after Jones hurt his shoulder in the game but could figure back into the mix if Jones is sidelined next week against Baltimore. |
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Jalen Nailor Jalen Nailor Has key reception in win
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 2:21 PM
Nailor had one reception for 16 yards on four targets in Sunday's win at Detroit.
Analysis: Nailor had just one catch, but it was for a first down at the end of the game that sealed the victory. His opportunities didn't change with the return of J.J. McCarthy at quarterback. Nailor played on 33 of the offense's 62 snaps, which was slightly less than his usual participation. He continues to have a steady role in the offense but won't get many looks in the passing game with Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison and tight end T.J. Hockenson drawing the bulk of the targets. |
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T.J. Hockenson T.J. Hockenson Scores TD in Week 9 win
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 2:07 PM
Hockenson had two receptions for 11 yards, including a seven-yard touchdown, on three targets in Sunday's win at Detroit.
Analysis: Hockenson played on 48 of the offense's 62 snaps and went out for a pass on 28 of them, which was about his usual pattern. However, quarterback J.J. McCarthy attempted just 25 passes, which didn't leave a lot of targets for the receiving corps after Justin Jefferson (nine targets). It's promising that McCarthy looked for Hockenson in the red zone. |
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Josh Oliver Josh Oliver Nearing return?
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 1:25 PM
Head coach Kevin O'Connell told reporters Monday that Oliver (foot) will work off to the side at practice this week, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Oliver was sidelined for the Week 9 win over the Lions after spraining his foot the game prior, but it now appears he's returning to practice this week. The San Jose State product has caught five of seven targets for 61 yards and two touchdowns through seven contests this season. His practice participation during this week will likely offer the best indication of whether he can return for the Week 10 matchup against the Ravens. |
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Aaron Jones Aaron Jones 'Positive news' regarding shoulder
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 12:57 PM
Coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday that Jones' right shoulder is "sore" following Sunday's 27-24 loss at Detroit, but the Vikings received "positive news early on" and will see if the running back can increase his activity level as the week goes on, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Jones thus seems to have a chance to play this coming Sunday against the Ravens after suffering what he described as an AC joint sprain Week 9, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Jones was running well before exiting in the third quarter, racking up 98 yards from scrimmage on 11 touches, while fellow RB Jordan Mason accounted for 11 touches for 37 total yards. Wednesday's injury report may provide a baseline for Jones as he seeks to miss no additional time. |
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Jordan Addison Jordan Addison Limited in Week 9 win
Sun, Nov 2, 2025, 6:23 PM
Addison brought in two of four targets for 48 yards and rushed once for 16 yards in the Vikings' 27-24 win over the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Addison's yardage total, modest as it was, led the Vikings on the afternoon, and he also made good use on his one rush attempt. The third-year wideout exceeded the 100-yard mark in two of his first three games after starting his season in Week 4 due to a suspension, but he's posted a modest 5-74-1 receiving line on eight targets over the last pair of contests. Sunday marked the first opportunity J.J. McCarthy and Addison had to work together in a regular-season setting, so the duo should continue building chemistry in a Week 10 home matchup against the Ravens. |
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Justin Jefferson Justin Jefferson Scores TD in McCarthy's return
Sun, Nov 2, 2025, 4:42 PM
Jefferson secured six of nine targets for 47 yards and a touchdown in the Vikings' 27-24 win over the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Working with J.J. McCarthy as his quarterback for the first time since Week 2, Jefferson finished with team-high reception and target totals while coming just a yard short of drawing even with Jordan Addison for the lead in receiving yards as well. Jefferson's yardage tally was his lowest since Week 1, but his 10-yard touchdown grab to cap off the Vikings' first drive of the contest was also his first trip to the end zone since the opening game of the campaign. Jefferson and McCarthy will continue to build chemistry as the second half of the season unfolds, with their next opportunity coming in a Week 10 home matchup against the Ravens. |
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Aaron Jones Aaron Jones Dealing with shoulder sprain
Sun, Nov 2, 2025, 4:02 PM
Jones, who exited Sunday's 27-24 win over the Lions, suffered an AC joint sprain in his shoulder, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.
Analysis: According to Pelissero, the belief is that the running back's injury issue is minor, and Jones thinks he'll be able to play next weekend against the Ravens. With that in mind, Ben Goessling of The Minnesota Star Tribune relays that coach Kevin O'Connell noted that Jones' shoulder will be evaluated further, while adding that the team is "hoping to get some good news" on that front. In the event that Jones is forced to miss time, however, fellow RB Jordan Mason would be in line to see added touches, as he did when Jones was on IR with a hamstring injury. |
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Jordan Mason Jordan Mason Accrues 37 total yards in win
Sun, Nov 2, 2025, 3:47 PM
Mason rushed 10 times for 36 yards and brought in his only target for one yard in the Vikings' 27-24 win over the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Mason opened the game splitting work as customary with Aaron Jones, but the latter's exit early in the third quarter due to a shoulder injury afforded more opportunity for the former. Mason still found running room mostly at a premium against a talented Lions run defense, and while Jones' inability to return to the game would seemingly portend a potentially serious injury, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports the veteran back has an AC joint sprain and believes he'll be available for a Week 10 home matchup against the Ravens. |
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J.J. McCarthy J.J. McCarthy Three total TDs in upset win
Sun, Nov 2, 2025, 3:42 PM
McCarthy completed 14 of 25 passes for 143 yards with two touchdowns and one interception while adding nine rushes for 12 yards and another score in the Vikings' 27-24 win over the Lions on Sunday. He also fumbled once but recovered.
Analysis: The second-year signal-caller made his return from a five-game absence and delivered a significant upset in a difficult road environment. McCarthy's final stat line wasn't exactly scintillating, yet it was still fantasy-friendly thanks to his 10- and seven-yard touchdown passes to Justin Jefferson and T.J. Hockenson in the first half, as well as his own nine-yard rush with just over six minutes remaining in the third quarter. McCarthy flashed encouraging chemistry with both Jefferson and Jordan Addison, and he'll head into a Week 10 home showdown against the Ravens with plenty of momentum. |
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Aaron Jones Aaron Jones Suffers shoulder injury
Sun, Nov 2, 2025, 2:03 PM
Jones hurt his shoulder during Sunday's contest in Detroit.
Analysis: After a three-yard run at the start of the third quarter, Jones went to the medical tent and has remained there since then. He was sitting on nine carries for 78 yards and two catches (on two targets) for 20 yards at the time he exited. Jordan Mason is poised for more work for as long as Jones is on the sideline. |
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Ben Sims Ben Sims Healthy scratch Sunday
Sun, Nov 2, 2025, 10:39 AM
Sims (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Lions.
Analysis: The tight end was claimed off waivers by the Vikings on Monday and appeared to have a chance to play, with Josh Oliver dealing with a foot injury. Oliver is also inactive, but the Vikings are riding with T.J. Hockenson, Ben Yurosek and Nick Vannett for Sunday's contest. Vannett was elevated from the practice squad Saturday. |
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Nick Vannett Nick Vannett Elevated for Week 9
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 7:20 PM
Vannett was elevated from the Vikings' practice squad to the active roster Saturday.
Analysis: Vannett has bounced on and off the Vikings' active roster but has spent the last few weeks on their practice squad. With Josh Oliver (foot) out, Vannett will serve as depth among the tight end corps. |
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Josh Oliver Josh Oliver Ruled out for Week 9
Fri, Oct 31, 2025, 2:28 PM
Oliver (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lions.
Analysis: Oliver sustained a sprained foot in last Thursday night's loss to the Chargers and will miss his first game of the season. The blocking specialist has recorded five catches for 61 yards and two touchdowns on the year. Ben Yurosek and Ben Sims will be candidates to see increased reps behind T.J. Hockenson. |
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C.J. Ham C.J. Ham Out for Week 9
Fri, Oct 31, 2025, 2:20 PM
Ham (hand) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lions.
Analysis: Ham will miss his second straight contest after being injured in Week 7. The veteran fullback has logged just 24 offensive snaps this season. |
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Josh Oliver Josh Oliver Doesn't practice Thursday
Thu, Oct 30, 2025, 4:08 PM
Oliver (foot) did not participate in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Oliver sprained his foot during the Vikings' Week 8 loss to the Chargers, and Ben Goessling of The Minnesota Star Tribune reported Wednesday that the veteran tight end is unlikely to play against the Lions on Sunday. Ben Yurosek would be the Vikings' backup tight end behind T.J. Hockenson if Oliver is indeed ruled out Week 9 while Ben Sims -- who Minnesota claimed off waivers from Green Bay on Monday -- serves as the TE3. |
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C.J. Ham C.J. Ham Back-to-back DNPs to open week
Thu, Oct 30, 2025, 4:05 PM
Ham (hand) did not participate in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Ham was unable to play against the Chargers in Week 8 due to a hand injury he picked up against the Eagles in Week 7. He's missed the first two practices of Week 9 prep, and he'll have to practice in at least a limited capacity Friday to have a realistic chance of playing against the Lions on Sunday. Without another fullback on the active roster, the Vikings would continue to lean on tight ends Josh Oliver (foot) and Ben Yurosek to handle backfield blocking duties if Ham is not cleared to play. |
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