Vikings’ Harrison Smith: Logs full practice Thursday

Smith (foot) was a full participant in Thursday’s practice. Smith played through a foot injury during the Vikings’ Week 17 win over the Packers, and his ability to practice in full Thursday indicates that he should be good to go for Sunday’s regular-season finale against the Lions. Smith has logged 53 tackles (34 solo), five… Continue reading Vikings’ Harrison Smith: Logs full practice Thursday

Three Vikings defenders approaching return while Packers practice without three starters on Thursday

Metellus, Jackson, and Jay Ward are currently the only safeties under contract in 2025, when Smith and Bynum’s deals expire in March. “A lot of guys would be upset about having a great camp, wanting an opportunity to get in there and play,” Flores said. “I’m sure he was frustrated, been frustrated about that. But… Continue reading Three Vikings defenders approaching return while Packers practice without three starters on Thursday

Seahawks rule Kenneth Walker III out for Thursday night

The Seahawks won’t have running back Kenneth Walker III on Thursday night. The team announced that Walker has been ruled out for their game against the Bears because of an ankle injury. Walker returned to the lineup last Sunday after missing two games with a calf injury, but was knocked out of Seattle’s loss to… Continue reading Seahawks rule Kenneth Walker III out for Thursday night

Vikings @ Seahawks: Thursday Injury Reports

The Minnesota Vikings and Seattle Seahawks have issued their Thursday injury reports in advance of Sunday’s matchup. Here they are: Minnesota Vikings CB Fabian Moreau, Hip, DNP (did not practice) DT Jalen Redmond, Concussion, DNP S Harrison Smith, Foot, DNP OLB Pat Jones II, Knee, LP (limited participant) T Brian O’Neill, Knee, LP DT Harrison… Continue reading Vikings @ Seahawks: Thursday Injury Reports

Harrison Smith downgraded from limited Wednesday to DNP on Thursday

Minnesota Vikings star safety Harrison Smith (foot) was downgraded on the team’s injury report on Thursday to “did not participate” after being limited in Wednesday’s practice. The 35-year-old has been ever-present on the Vikings defense this season, registering 79 total tackles, three for loss, two interceptions, one sack and one fumble recovery. Smith has played… Continue reading Harrison Smith downgraded from limited Wednesday to DNP on Thursday

‘Thursday Night Football’ was ultimate test of how much Vikings fan hate Packers

More of them, though, leaned into the heart over the head: “I can’t bring myself to cheer for a team from Wisconsin” was one response, along with this one: “Gotta go with Detroit simply because of the insufferability factor with Packer fans.” The largest answer category, though, was some variation on “neither.” One responded “meteor,”… Continue reading ‘Thursday Night Football’ was ultimate test of how much Vikings fan hate Packers

Falcons @ Vikings: Thursday Injury Report

The Minnesota Vikings and Atlanta Falcons released their injury reports for Thursday in advance of Sunday’s game. Here they are: Atlanta Falcons CB Mike Hughes, Neck, Full Participant (FP) LB Troy Andersen, Knee, FP LB Nate Landman, Hamstring, LP DE Zach Harrison, Achilles, LP DT Ruke Orhorhoro, Ankle, LP WR Darnell Mooney, Achilles/NIR-rest, FP RB… Continue reading Falcons @ Vikings: Thursday Injury Report

Cardinals @ Vikings: Thursday Injury Reports

The Minnesota Vikings and Arizona Cardinals have issued their Thanksgiving injury reports for Sunday’s game. Here they are: Minnesota Vikings Josh Oliver remains the main concern for the Vikings for the Cardinals game. A couple upgrades for Bullard and Grugier-Hill. The others that are limited are probably still on track to play Sunday as Kevin… Continue reading Cardinals @ Vikings: Thursday Injury Reports

Vikings’ Josh Oliver: Sits out practice again Thursday

Oliver (ankle) was a non-participant in practice Thursday. Oliver was also estimated as a DNP on Wednesday. The tight end hasn’t practiced since spraining his ankle Week 11 against Tennessee and missed last Sunday’s game against the Bears. Johnny Mundt figures to again get increased offensive snaps this Sunday versus Arizona if Oliver is unable… Continue reading Vikings’ Josh Oliver: Sits out practice again Thursday

Vikings @ Bears: Thursday Injury Report

The Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears issued their Thursday injury report updates ahead of their matchup on Sunday. Here they are: Chicago Bears OT Kiran Amegadjie, Calf, Did not practice (DNP) OT Ryan Bates, Concussion, DNP S Elijah Hicks, Ankle, DNP RB D’Andre Swift, Groin, LP LG Teven Jenkins, Ankle, FP TE Marcedes Lewis, NIR-… Continue reading Vikings @ Bears: Thursday Injury Report