D.J. WONNUM NEWS

Gets start at defensive end Wonnum started at right defensive end and had two total tackles in Sunday's overtime loss at Cincinnati.

Impact Wonnum played 47 of the defense's 69 snaps. He won the starting role over Stephen Weatherly in the preseason, but was outplayed by him on Sunday, at least by Pro Football Focus's rankings, as Wonnum graded poorly in the pass rush.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as starter Wonnum is listed as the starter at right defensive end in Minnesota's unofficial depth chart opposite Danielle Hunter ahead of a Week 1 matchup at Cincinnati.

Impact Wonnum edged out Stephen Weatherly for the starting nod, but both players will likely be part of a rotation. And Everson Griffen may get most of the snaps on passing situations, which could limit Wonnum's fantasy value.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

With last-chance vibe, Vikes aim to overcome early setbacks

The Minnesota Vikings have dealt with their share of drama with the regular season opener still more than a week away

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings bring back 4-time Pro Bowl pick Griffen as backup DE

The Minnesota Vikings are bringing back defensive end Everson Griffen

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hunter returns, Vikings now looking for complementary rusher

Danielle Hunter’s return from the neck surgery that kept him out all of last season should boost a Minnesota Vikings’ pass rush that slipped to 28th in the league in sacks last yea...

AUGUST 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

With needs on both lines, Vikes have draft-pick limitations

Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer was “down in the dumps” about his defense at the end of last season

APRIL 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rookie Roundtable Featuring Cameron Dantzler, D.J. Wonnum and Troy Dye | #VikingsAtHome vikings.com's Gabe Henderson caught up with a trio of Vikings rookies -- Cameron Dantzler, D.J. Wonnum and Troy Dye -- on the latest episode...

FEBRUARY 12, 2021 • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings enter offseason with deteriorated defense to repair

The Minnesota Vikings missed the playoffs by one game

JANUARY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fourth-round rookie D.J. Wonnum becomes imprortant player for Vikings Unheralded Wonnum's talents filling many voids for Vikings.

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Tabbed for first NFL start Wonnum is slated to start against New Orleans on Friday with Jalyn Holmes (groin) officially ruled out for the contest, Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Wonnum has seen his playing time increase over the second half of the campaign and logged a season-high 67 percent of defensive snaps in last week's loss to Chicago. With Holmes unable to go Friday, Wonnum will make his first professional start against the Saints' formidable offense on Christmas Day.

DECEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to face Bucs Wonnum (ankle) is not listed on Friday's injury report, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Wonnum missed last weekend's game against the Jaguars, but it looks like he'll be back in action versus Tampa Bay. The rookie fourth-round pick has three sacks on the season.

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jefferson's rookie season stacks up with the best, even Moss

Hall of Famer Randy Moss splashed on the scene in 1998 for the Minnesota Vikings with one of the best seasons ever for a rookie receiver, setting a new standard for how rookies wou...

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings outlast error-prone Jags 27-24 on Bailey's OT kick

Dan Bailey kicked a 23-yard field goal with 1:49 left in overtime that lifted the Minnesota Vikings to a 27-24 victory over Jacksonville

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

QB Jones inactive for Giants; McCoy to start at Seattle

The New York Giants will be without starting quarterback Daniel Jones for Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Viking will face Jaguars without Irv Smith and D.J. Wonnum The Vikings will be without tight end Irv Smith for the third time in four weeks, and won't have defensive end D.J. Wonnum, for Sunday's gam...

DECEMBER 5, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Viking will face Jaguars without Irv Smith and D.J. Wonnum Running back Dalvin Cook was named NFC Offensive Player of the Month for November.

DECEMBER 4, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Ruled out for Week 13 Wonnum (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact The rookie fourth-round pick has suited up for six straight games, but he'll now have to sit for at least a week as he works to overcome injury. His absence could allow Hercules Mata'afa and/or Jordan Brailford to handle increased rotational roles.

DECEMBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings rule out TE Irv Smith, DE D.J. Wonnum for Sunday’s game The Vikings on Friday ruled out tight end Irv Smith Jr. (back) and defensive end D.J. Wonnum (back/ankle) for Sunday’s game against Jacksonv...

DECEMBER 4, 2020 • TWINCITIES.COM

Ezra Cleveland nears return for Vikings; D.J. Wonnum misses practice again The Vikings' latest injury report had good news at right guard and bad news at defensive end and linebacker.

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

After clutch performance, Vikings need Cousins to keep it up

For all the precision and production that Kirk Cousins has displayed with the Minnesota Vikings, the lack of late-game rallies have left them and their fans wanting more from their...

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings' timely defensive stops keep playoff hopes alive

The offense had done its part to keep the Minnesota Vikings' faint playoff hopes alive

DECEMBER 1, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Beebe amends for fumble with TD as Vikes top Panthers 28-27

Chad Beebe caught a 10-yard touchdown pass with 46 seconds left for Minnesota shortly after he muffed a punt that let Carolina pad its lead

NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings’ Dalvin Cook, Troy Dye, D.J. Wonnum looking after their brothers in college ball When Dalvin Cook was 7 and starring for the Carol City Chiefs in the Miami area, he would try to keep his focus during practices. But his yo...

NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • TWINCITIES.COM

Adds another sack Wonnum posted two solo tackles and a sack in Monday's 19-13 win over the Bears.

Impact That's now back-to-back games where Wonnum has played at least 50 percent of the snaps on defense, although it doesn't look like a starting role is in the works, as both Ifeadi Odenigbo and Jalyn Holmes are locked into their respective roles. Still, Wonnum is showing promise in his rookie season, as he's recorded three sacks and seven quarterback pressures through eight games.

NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Cornerback crunch presents challenges for Zimmer, Vikings

The on-field lessons continue in Minnesota with a group of an inexperienced cornerbacks also dealing with persistent injuries

NOVEMBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS