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Brian O'Neill Named a Finalist for 2025 Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award Minnesota Vikings Latest News
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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs will miss Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings as he recovers from a bruised left kneeNOVEMBER 23 • Associated Press
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Cleared to play Sunday O'Neill (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Lions.
Impact Despite being listed as questionable, O'Neill was expected to suit up after logging a full practice Friday. However, his effectiveness may be in question. He's been dealing with a knee issue since late September, missing two contests, including last Thursday's blowout loss to the Chargers.
NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Brian O'Neill, Christian Darrisaw expected to play for Vikings in Week 9 | Sporting News The Vikings are expected to play big men Brian O'Neill and Christian Darrisaw on the offensive line against the Detroit Lions this week
NOVEMBER 2 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Expected to return Sunday O'Neill, who is questionable to play against the Lions on Sunday due to a knee injury, is likely to suit up, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact O'Neill has been dealing with a knee issue since late September. He's sat out two contests due to the issue, including last Thursday's game against the Chargers, but it appears he'll be back to play against Detroit on Sunday. O'Neill should take on his usual starting role at right tackle.
NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Iffy for Week 9 O'Neill (knee) is listed as questionable questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Lions.
Impact O'Neill was out for Minnesota's Week 8 loss to the Chargers and has been dealing with a knee sprain since Week 4. He turned in a pair of limited practices to begin the current week and a full session Friday, leading coach Kevin O'Connell to express optimism that O'Neill will return in Week 9 for a pivotal divisional matchup, per Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com.
NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
Limited to begin prep for Week 9 O'Neill (knee) logged a limited practice session Wednesday.
Impact O'Neill missed Thursday's loss to the Chargers due to a knee injury. It's unclear whether he'll be able to return for a pivotal Week 9 matchup against Detroit, but his return to practice in any capacity is a positive step.
OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play against Chargers O'Neill (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Chargers.
Impact O'Neill played every snap during the Vikings' Week 7 loss to the Eagles, but a lingering MCL sprain will keep him out of Thursday night's road game. Justin Skule will likely start at right tackle in O'Neill's absence. O'Neill's next opportunity to play is Week 9 against the Lions on Sunday, Nov. 2.
OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go against Philadelphia O'Neill (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Eagles.
Impact O'Neill missed one game due to an MCL sprain that he sustained in Week 4 against the Steelers. He has been cleared to return and start at right tackle in Week 7, and the veteran offensive lineman is expected to play with a brace on his knee, per Alec Lewis of The Athletic.
OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
Could return in Week 7 O'Neill (knee) is considered questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Eagles, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official site reports.
Impact O'Neill was considered week-to-week with an MCL sprain that he suffered in Week 4, though he's only missed one game thanks to a bye in Week 6. He practiced in limited fashion throughout the week, so he appears to be truly questionable ahead of Minnesota's showdown with the Eagles.
OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
Conklin and Newsome II active for Browns vs Vikings in London
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Week-to-week with MCL sprain Head coach Kevin O'Connell said Tuesday that O'Neill is considered week-to-week due to an MCL sprain that he suffered during the Vikings' Week 4 loss to the Steelers, Craig Peters...
Impact O'Neill suffered the injury in the first quarter and was unable to return. He isn't set to go on injured reserve but won't play in the Vikings' Week 5 bout against the Browns on Sunday in London, and he'll have his injury re-evaluated following the Week 6 bye. Justin Skule is expected to start at right tackle for as long as O'Neill is sidelined.
SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE
Week-to-week with MCL sprain Head coach Kevin O'Connell said Tuesday that O'Neill is considered week-to-week due to an MCL sprain that he suffered during the Vikings' Week 4 loss to the Steelers, Craig Peters...
Impact O'Neill suffered the injury in the first quarter and was unable to return. He isn't set to go on injured reserve but won't play in the Vikings' Week 5 bout against the Browns on Sunday in London, England, and he'll have his injury re-evaluated following the Week 6 bye. Justin Skule is expected to start at right tackle for as long as O'Neill is sidelined.
SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE
Key players are enduring serious injuries at an alarming rate across the NFL
Even the best quarterbacks look average or worse when they don’t have time to throwSEPTEMBER 30 • Associated Press
Dealing with MCL injury O'Neill (knee) suffered a sprained MCL in Sunday's 24-21 loss to the Steelers, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Impact O'Neill sustained a knee injury in the first quarter, ultimately failing to return to action in Week 4. After an MRI, it was determined to be a sprained MCL, and the offensive lineman could be set to miss some time moving forward. If O'Neill is sidelined for any game action, Justin Skule would be the top candidate to start in his place at right tackle.
SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE
Injuries to right tackle Brian O'Neill, center Ryan Kelly further deplete Vikings offensive line The Vikings had backups playing three positions on their offensive line against the Steelers, who sacked QB Carson Wentz six times.
SEPTEMBER 28 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Undergoing MRI on knee Head coach Kevin O'Connell relayed after Sunday's 24-21 loss to the Steelers that O'Neill will have an MRI on his knee, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.
Impact O'Neill was unable to return to Sunday's game after suffering a knee injury in the first quarter. He'll undergo further tests to determine the severity of the injury, and the results of those tests will provide clarity on his chances of playing against the Browns on Sunday, Oct. 5. Justin Skule would likely start at right tackle if O'Neill is unable to play Week 5.
SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE
Won't return vs. Pittsburgh O'Neill (knee) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Steelers.
Impact O'Neill injured his knee in the first quarter, which is severe enough for him to not return Sunday. Justin Skule will remain at right tackle the rest of the way due to O'Neill's injury.
SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE
Won't return vs. Pittsburgh O'Neill (knee) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Steelers.
Impact O'Neill injured his knee in the first quarter, which is severe enough that he will not return Sunday. Justin Skule will remain at right tackle the rest of the way due to O'Neill's injury.
SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE
Leaves with knee injury O'Neill is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Steelers in Dublin due to a knee injury.
Impact O'Neill sustained the injury midway through the first quarter on the Vikings' successful 41-yard field-goal attempt on their opening drive. Justin Skule stepped in at right tackle in place of O'Neill on the Vikings' subsequent possession.
SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE
