ANTHONY BARR NEWS

Limited Wednesday Barr (knee) was listed as a limited participant for the Vikings' practice Wednesday, Chad Graff of The Athletic reports.

Impact Barr was unavailable for the Vikings in Week 10 as he was unable to practice with the team all week. With the linebacker sidelined, expect Blake Lynch to start. If Barr can log a full practice before the weekend, it's possible he suits up in Week 11.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings designate Peterson for return; CB has missed 3 games

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson will practice this week with an opportunity to play against NFC-leading Green Bay

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Go-for-it Vikings get results from increased aggression

The Minnesota Vikings delivered a signature victory that might portend a more aggressive approach down the stretch

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

The Latest: Packers blank Seahawks, retake 1st place in NFC

Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are back on top of the NFC

NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play in Week 10 Barr (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Chad Graff of The Athletic reports.

Impact Barr was able to play through this injury against Baltimore in Week 9, but he subsequently failed to practice all week and won't be suiting up against the Chargers. With Barr sidelined, Blake Lynch will likely slide into a starting role at strongside linebacker.

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Absent again Thursday Barr (knee) missed the Vikings' practice on Thursday.

Impact Barr missed his second consecutive practice to open the week. Co-defensive coordinator Adam Zimmer said of the situation that "we're resting him and see how it goes" and that Barr will get plenty of rest in practices in the second half of the season. If Barr can't go in Week 10 against the Chargers, Blake Lynch will take on a larger role at outside linebacker.

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Be The Change: Racial Consciousness With Anthony Barr Hear from LB Anthony Barr in this episode of "Be The Change."

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM

Misses practice Wednesday Barr (knee) was unable to practice for the Vikings on Wednesday.

Impact Barr has been dealing with a knee injury for most of the season. After practicing in a limited capacity multiple times before Week 9, the linebacker was still able to suit up against the Ravens. Expect Barr's status to be up in the air against the Chargers in Week 10, unless he's able to practice fully before the weekend.

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Frustrated Vikings lament inability to win the close ones

The Minnesota Vikings keep losing close games

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Can't-Miss Play: Anthony Barr tips Jackson's pass to himself for insane INT in OT Can't-Miss Play: Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Anthony Barr tips Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's pass to himself for ins...

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • NFL.COM

Tucker's overtime kick gives Ravens 34-31 win over Vikings

Justin Tucker kicked a 36-yard field goal with 16 seconds left in overtime to give the Baltimore Ravens a 34-31 victory over the Minnesota Vikings

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suiting up Barr (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Impact Barr logged two limited practices to close the week and is ready for the team's Week 9 matchup. In three games this season, he's tallied 14 total tackles, 0.5 sacks, and two passes defended.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with knee injury Barr (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Chad Graff of The Athletic reports.

Impact Barr has battled knee issues throughout the season but hasn't had to miss any more game action since making his season debut in Week 5. Barring a setback, Barr will likely be able to play through this questionable tag come Sunday.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Barr (knee) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice.

Impact The linebacker was unavailable Wednesday, so his return to the field is a positive sign for his ability to play Sunday against the Ravens. After being inactive for the first four games of the season, Barr has racked up 14 tackles, a half-sack, two pass deflections and a fumble recovery in the Vikings' last three contests.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Wednesday Barr (knee) didn't participate at Wednesday's practice.

Impact Barr played every defensive snap during Sunday's loss to Dallas and continues to nurse the knee injury. The veteran linebacker could be available this weekend in Baltimore if he's able to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ails of November: Struggling Vikings fending off the gloom

The Minnesota Vikings have a 3-4 record with 10 weeks still left on the schedule

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No limitations Thursday Barr (knee) was a full participant at Thursday's practice.

Impact Barr was a limited participant at Wednesday's session but was able to practice fully Thursday. The 29-year-old has played every defensive snap since coming off injured reserve ahead of Week 5 and has eight tackles (four solo), a half-sack and one pass defensed.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets in limited practice Barr (knee) returned to log a limited practice Thursday.

Impact Barr did not practice Wednesday after making his season debut in Week 5. However, he returned to log a limited session Thursday, which is at least some indication that the team is simply monitoring his workload. Even so, it would be encouraging to see Barr increase to full participation Friday to ensure that he is ready for a Week 6 matchup against Carolina.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Wednesday Barr (knee) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice.

Impact Barr made his season debut Sunday against the Lions after missing the first four games of the year with the knee issue, but it appears he's not fully past the injury. It's possible the 29-year-old is being eased back into practice after playing every defensive snap, but there's now a question regarding his availability for Week 6.

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Win overshadows another strange second half for Vikings

The Vikings scored on their first three possessions and held a 13-3 lead at home Sunday against the winless Lions

OCTOBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Anthony Barr Describes Explosive Return to Vikings Defense Minnesota Vikings Latest News

OCTOBER 11, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM

Gets full workload in return Barr had four total tackles and played on all 68 of the defense's snaps in Sunday's win over Detroit.

Impact Barr admitted he was a little rusty in playing his first game since Week 2 of the 2020 season as he made his way back from a knee injury. It looks like he'll return to a full workload, but he wasn't involved in the pass rush which is key to his fantasy value.

OCTOBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings Vantage: Ron Johnson On The Detroit Lions, Anthony Barr and Crucial Catch On this week's edition of Vikings Vantage, Vikings.com's Gabe Henderson is joined by Analyst Ron Johnson to discuss Sunday's game versus the...

OCTOBER 9, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM

Set to make season debut Barr (knee) was not listed on the injury report ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Lions, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Barr appears on track to make his 2021 season debut against the Lions on Sunday. The 29-year-old played in 14 games last year and recorded 79 tackles, 1.5 sacks, one interception, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery. It's unclear if he will have a snap restriction during his first game action since Week 2 of the 2020 campaign.

OCTOBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Practices fully Wednesday Barr (knee) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice.

Impact Coach Mike Zimmer expressed optimism Tuesday about Barr making his season debut this weekend against the Lions, and that optimism appears to have been well placed given the linebacker had no limitations at Wednesday's practice. Assuming Barr avoids any setbacks over the next couple days, he's poised to retake the field after missing Minnesota's past 18 games.

OCTOBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE