Minnesota Vikings
NFC North | 5-0-0
Avg PTS
27.8
Rank: 6th
Avg Yds
342.4
Rank: 16th
Avg PYds
227
Rank: 16th
Avg RYds
115.4
Rank: 16th
Posted 10/08/2024 5:27 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones (hip) is still undergoing evaluations on his Week 5 hip injury, but "all the early information" suggests he avoided a long-term injury, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell. Per O'Connell, Jones is considered "week-to-week at this point."
Huddle Up: It is great news for fantasy managers as Jones is off to another fine start to the season. The Vikings are on a bye this week, so there is a chance the 29-year-old could be ready for Week 7. With that said, managers should not be surprised if Minnesota plays it safe and rests him against the Detroit Lions in Week 7 if it has any doubt about his ability to play. Ty Chandler would get the start in that scenario but does not possess much upside against such a stout run defense.
Posted 10/06/2024 6:03 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison caught three passes for 36 yards against the New York Jets in Week 5. He was targeted eight times during the game.
Huddle Up: Addison received a season-high eight targets this week and should have more success in the upcoming games. He should be a starting option in most fantasy leagues next week against the Detroit Lions.
Posted 10/06/2024 6:00 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson caught six passes for 92 yards against the New York Jets in Week 5. He was targeted 14 times during the game.
Huddle Up: Jefferson saw his four-game touchdown streak snapped this week but has posted at least 80 yards in each of the last four games. He is a must-start option in all leagues when healthy.
Posted 10/06/2024 5:47 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones (hip) rushed for 29 yards on seven carries against the New York Jets in Week 5 before he left the game because of a hip injury. He also caught one pass for 24 yards during the game.
Huddle Up: Fantasy players will need to monitor Jones' practice participation next week to see if he has a chance to play in Week 7. He is a starting option in all fantasy leagues when healthy, but players will need other options ready in case he sits out.
Posted 10/06/2024 5:41 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings RB Ty Chandler rushed for 30 yards on 14 carries against the New York Jets in Week 5. He also caught two passes for nine yards during the game.
Huddle Up: Chandler took over as the starting running back after Aaron Jones' injury and could start in Week 7 if Jones is not available to play. He can be at least a flex option in fantasy leagues if he starts.
Posted 10/06/2024 5:37 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold went 14-for-31 for 179 yards, zero touchdowns and one interception against the New York Jets in Week 5. He also rushed for 11 yards on five carries during the game.
Huddle Up: Darnold was held without a touchdown for the first time this season and did not have much success during the second half of the game. He may be involved in a high scoring game against the Detroit Lions next week and could be a low-end No. 1 quarterback in some deeper leagues.
Posted 10/04/2024 7:12 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 4, and is not on the injury report for Week 5.
Huddle Up: Darnold should not have any limitations despite suffering the injury in the last game. He has played very well this season but may only be a possible starting option in two-quarterback leagues. Fantasy players looking for a bye week replacement could consider Darnold.
Posted 10/04/2024 4:34 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (knee) has been ruled out for the Week 5 game against the New York Jets, the team announced Friday, Oct. 4.
Huddle Up: It wasn't expected that Hockenson was going to travel to London after he just returned to practice. The Vikings have two more weeks to activate Hockenson so managers will want to keep an eye on that while pivoting to another option for Week 5.
Posted 10/02/2024 9:27 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Oct. 2.
Huddle Up: Darnold continued his strong play last week and is averaging nearly three touchdowns a game to start the season. He is facing a good New York Jets defense this week but could be a possible bye week replacement for some fantasy players.
Posted 10/02/2024 6:41 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (knee) will practice on Friday, Oct. 4, opening his 21-day window to be activated from the reserve/physically unable to perform list, head coach Kevin O'Connell said on Wednesday, Oct. 2.
Huddle Up: The only real concern about Hockenson's TE1 status in 2024 was the presence of Sam Darnold under center for the Vikings. However, Darnold has proven he won't be a liability for his pass-catchers, thus Hockenson will be a set-and-forget option per usual once he returns.
Posted 9/30/2024 4:32 am GMT
Minnesota Vikings RB Ty Chandler had just three carries for five yards versus the Green Bay Packers in Week 4. He added one catch for eight yards.
Huddle Up: After posting 42 yards in Week 1 and 82 in Week 2, Chandler has posted back-to-back games with just 13 combined yards a piece. The team is leaning more heavily on Aaron Jones for the time being, but don't forget that Jones has a lengthy injury history, which makes it a smart move to continue holding onto Chandler despite his recent lack of production.
Posted 9/29/2024 10:36 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor caught one pass for 31 yards against the Green Bay Packers in Week 4. He was targeted two times during the game.
Huddle Up: Nailor will be losing a few targets with Jordan Addison back in the lineup but is still involved in the passing game. He probably can be avoided in fantasy leagues unless Addison or Justin Jefferson suffers an injury.
Posted 9/29/2024 10:33 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson caught six passes for 85 yards and one touchdown against the Green Bay Packers in Week 4. He was targeted eight times during the game.
Huddle Up: Jefferson has a good connection with Sam Darnold and will continue to be the main option in the passing game for the Vikings. He is a must-start option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 9/29/2024 10:30 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison caught three passes for 72 yards and one touchdown against the Green Bay Packers in Week 4. He also rushed for seven yards and one touchdown on one carry during the game.
Huddle Up: Addison returned to the lineup this week and made an immediate impact on offense. He will see a good amount of targets again next week and can be a starting option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 9/29/2024 10:29 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones rushed for 93 yards on 22 carries against the Green Bay Packers in Week 4. He also caught four passes for 46 yards during the game.
Huddle Up: Jones has been involved in both the running and passing game in every game this season and should continue to be a big part of the offense moving forward. He should be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 9/29/2024 10:17 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold went 20-for-28 for 275 yards, three touchdowns and one interception against the Green Bay Packers in Week 4. He also rushed for 15 yards on seven carries during the game.
Huddle Up: Darnold has thrown at least two touchdowns in every game this season and was able to connect with multiple targets in the passing game this week. He can be a possible low-end No. 1 quarterback in deeper leagues or a bye week replacement next week.
Posted 9/29/2024 3:17 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (knee) is getting closer to returning to practice, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. He is currently on the Physically Unable to Perform list and he appears to be most likely to make his season debut in Week 7's game versus the Los Angeles Rams or Week 8's game versus the Indianapolis Colts.
Huddle Up: Hockenson could be one of the top five fantasy options at tight end once he makes his return near midseason, so owners should continue to stash him in their IR slot. TE Josh Oliver will continue to operate as the Vikings' starter in the interim but he is not a recommended fantasy option at this point.
Posted 9/28/2024 1:45 am GMT
Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones ranks 10th in the league in rushing yards, and his 12 receptions rank third among running backs.
Huddle Up: Jones' 325 yards from scrimmage were fifth in the NFL heading into Week 4, and he has logged at least 14 touches in all three games. A few more trips to the end zone would make fantasy owners happy, but in his current role, Jones is a high-floor RB2 with RB1 upside.
Posted 9/27/2024 7:37 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Sept. 27, and is not on the injury report for Week 4.
Huddle Up: Addison missed the previous two games because of the injury but is on track to be in uniform for the Week 4 game. He should see some targets in the passing game if active and can be a starting option in most fantasy leagues.
Posted 9/27/2024 7:35 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Sept. 27, and is not on the injury report for Week 4.
Huddle Up: Darnold's Week 3 injury appears to be minor, and he should not have any limitations this week. He has been playing well so far this season and can be a starting option in two-quarterback leagues.
Posted 9/25/2024 8:59 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Sept. 25.
Huddle Up: Darnold suffered the injury in the last game but does not appear to be in danger is missing the Week 4 game. He is coming off a four-touchdown performance in Week 3 and has thrown at least two touchdowns in every game. He should be a starter in two-quarterback leagues and could be a low-end No. 1 quarterback in some deeper leagues.
Posted 9/25/2024 8:54 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) was limited during practice Wednesday, Sept. 25.
Huddle Up: Addison has missed some time because of the injury but seems to have a chance to play in Week 4. Fantasy players will know more about his status later in the week and can have him in their starting lineups if he is able to play.
Posted 9/25/2024 6:08 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison (ankle) is expected to return to practice in a limited fashion on Wednesday, Sept. 25, and has a chance to play in Week 4, head coach Kevin O'Connell said.
Huddle Up: Addison hasn't played since Week 1 and a lot has taken place since then. Sam Darnold has shown he can play at a competent level, at worst, and that's great news for the Vikings' pass-catchers. As a result, Addison is a flex option if he suits up.
Posted 9/23/2024 6:35 pm GMT
Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (knee) avoided major injury and was diagnosed with a knee bruise with no structural damage, according to sources Monday, Sept. 23. He is not expected to miss any time.
Huddle Up: Though Darnold could be a bit limited by the knee injury, he's still a solid QB1 option for managers as he currently leads the league in passing touchdowns.
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