MINNESOTA VIKINGS NEWS

Dalvin Cook - Termed 'day-to-day' with shoulder Coach Kevin O'Connell said Cook had "a little bit of a shoulder deal" that forced him out of Sunday's 28-24 win against the Lions, and the running back will be "day-to-day."

Impact Cook sustained the injury on a lost fumble near the end of the third quarter Sunday, ending Week 3 action with 17 carries for 96 yards and one touchdown. O'Connell added afterward that Cook will undergo tests to determine the extent of the issue, but Cook also told his coach that he plans to be out there next Sunday at New Orleans. In any case, Cook's status will be one to watch this week to get a sense of his upcoming availability. Alexander Mattison (eight touches for 44 total yards and one TD on Sunday) is the next man up in the Vikings backfield.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Justin Jefferson - Held in check again Jefferson recorded three receptions on six targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 28-24 win over the Lions.

Impact Kirk Cousins distributed targets evenly among Adam Thielen, KJ Osborn and Jefferson, which was one reason for Jefferson's modest production. He was also unable to deliver explosive plays however, as his longest gain went for only six yards and he averaged only 2.3 yards per target. After a huge performance in Week 1, Jefferson has just nine receptions for 64 yards combined between his last two games.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings rally past Lions 28-24 on Osborn's last-minute TD

Kirk Cousins connected with a wide-open K

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings' Cook out with injured shoulder on fumble vs. Lions

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook injured his shoulder late in the third quarter against the Detroit Lions

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dalvin Cook - Hurts shoulder in Week 3 Cook won't return to Sunday's game against the Lions after suffering a shoulder injury.

Impact Prior to exiting the contest, Cook carried 17 times for 96 yards and a TD. Next up for the team's carries should Cook miss time beyond Sunday's contest is Alexander Mattison.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ty Chandler - Inactive once again Chandler (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Lions.

Impact Chandler will have to wait another week to try and make his NFL debut, as he remains behind Dalvin Cook, Alexander Mattison and Kene Nwangwu on the depth chart. The rookie will keep working to push his way up the Vikings' ranks and earn a chance to suit up in Week 3 against the Lions.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Kendricks - Will play Sunday Kendricks (toe) will play against the Lions on Sunday.

Impact Kendricks was able to participate in limited fashion during Friday's practice, and despite the questionable tag it was reported he would likely be playing. The eight-year-pro should resume his usual role of starting inside linebacker.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Harrison Smith - Officially ruled out Smith (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lions.

Impact As expected, Smith will miss at least one game after suffering a concussion during the team's Week 2 loss to the Eagles. His next chance to suit up will come in Week 4 against the Saints, but he'll first have to clear the NFL's concussion protocols. In his absence, Lewis Cine and Josh Metellus are candidates for increased roles. Metellus logged 10 defensive snaps in place of Smith on Monday, while Cine garnered just one. However, the Vikings may elect to give the rookie an extended look after a full week of prep without Smith.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Andrew Booth Jr. - Won't play Sunday Booth (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lions.

Impact Booth will miss a second straight game after picking a quadriceps injury during the season opener. The extent of the issue remains unclear, but the rookie second-round pick has yet to practice since suffering the injury. His next chance to suit up will come in Week 4 against the Saints.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Kendricks - Likely to play vs. Detroit Minnesota will list Kendricks (toe) as questionable for Sunday versus the Lions, but the injury is probably not serious enough to keep him out for Week 3, Chris Tomasson of the St....

Impact Kendricks was limited at practice Friday, but any missed time probably just amounts to load management for the veteran linebacker. He's played in 100 percent of the Vikings' defensive snaps so far this season, and that doesn't figure to change much against a run-heavy Detroit team in Week 3.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Harrison Smith - Unlikely to play Sunday The expectation is that Smith (concussion) likely won't suit up Sunday against the Lions, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Smith was spotted on the sidelines during Friday's practice in warmup clothes, marking a third straight absence. The veteran safety suffered the concussion during Monday's loss to Philadelphia, and with the short week, it appears that he won't have time to clear the NFL's concussion protocols. In his potential absence, rookie Lewis Cine and Josh Metellus would be candidates for increased roles. Metellus logged 10 defensive snaps in place of Smith on Monday while Cine garnered just one. However, the Vikings may elect to give the rookie an extended look after a full week of prep without Smith.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Allen-Diggs, Stafford-Kupp among top NFL QB-WR duos

FOX Sports' Greg Jennings broke down his top three quarterback-wide receivers duos headed into Week 3 of the NFL season.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Harrison Smith - Unable to practice Thursday Smith (concussion) didn't practice Thursday.

Impact Smith suffered a concussion in Monday's loss to Philadelphia and was unable to practice Wednesday or Thursday. The safety must clear the league's concussion protocols in order to be able to play Sunday against Detroit. If he's unable to clear protocols, expect either rookie Lewis Cine or Josh Metellus to replace Smith in the Vikings' secondary.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Breakout Lions star St. Brown will give Vikings another test

Amon-Ra St. Brown's first career NFL touchdown catch came on the last play of the game in Detroit last December to beat Minnesota

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL odds Week 3: How to bet Lions-Vikings

Here's all you need to know for the Lions-Vikings game, from the point spread, moneyline, over/under and expert pick from Geoff Schwartz.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

NFL odds Week 3: Why you should wager on the Jaguars, other best bets

Read why Geoff Schwartz is betting on Jacksonville, and dive into his other best wagers for Week 3 of the 2022 NFL season.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

NFL odds Week 3: Warren Sharp's betting edges on Packers-Bucs, Bills-Dolphins

Gambling expert Warren Sharp analyzes the odds and gives you his sharpest edges for the Packers-Bucs, Lions-Vikings and Bills-Dolphins games...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

NFL Week 3 preview: Schedule, analysis, matchups and picks for every game

Get ready for Week 3 of the NFL season with analysis, matchups and picks for every game.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Slow Cook: Vikings star RB out of rhythm in lopsided loss

The Minnesota Vikings rarely strayed from a commitment to rushing over the last five years since Dalvin Cook was drafted

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs, Bills top Nick Wright's NFL tiers entering Week 3

Nick Wright laid out his NFL tiers entering Week 3 of the NFL season. Can anyone catch Kansas City or Buffalo?

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Breaking Down Kirk Cousins' Three-INT Game in Vikings' Loss to Eagles Cousins needs to be better under pressure for the Vikings to bounce back against the Lions.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

5 Vikings-Lions Storylines: After High & Low Note, A Musical Twist Minnesota Vikings Latest News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • VIKINGS.COM