Vikings Begin Preparations for Wild Card Clash Against Rams with Key Injury Updates
EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings (14-3) kicked off on-field preparations Thursday ahead of their highly anticipated Wild Card matchup against the Los Angeles Rams (10-7). While optimism surrounds the team, injuries remain a key talking point as they gear up for the postseason showdown.
The Vikings’ initial injury report featured six players, with outside linebacker Patrick Jones II (knee) notably absent from practice. His status remains uncertain as the team awaits further updates.
Running back Aaron Jones Sr. (quadriceps) participated in a limited capacity, raising hopes for his availability on game day. Meanwhile, several other players dealing with injuries were full participants, including:
- Quarterback Sam Darnold (quadriceps)
- Cornerback Fabian Moreau (hip)
- Tight end Josh Oliver (wrist)
- Defensive lineman Taki Taimani (ankle)
Here’s a detailed look at the Vikings’ Thursday injury report:
| Player | Position | Injury | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick Jones II | OLB | Knee | DNP | |||
| Aaron Jones Sr. | RB | Quadriceps | LP | |||
| Sam Darnold | QB | Quadriceps | FP | |||
| Fabian Moreau | CB | Hip | FP | |||
| Josh Oliver | TE | Wrist | FP | |||
| Taki Taimani* | DL | Ankle | FP |
(*Taimani is within his 21-day practice window after returning from injured reserve.)
Rams Injury Update
The Los Angeles Rams have yet to release their full injury report, but their practice statuses will be closely monitored as the weekend approaches.
Injury Report Key:
- DNP: Did not participate
- LP: Limited participation
- FP: Full participation
- (-): Not listed
Game Status Key:
- Out: Player will not play
- Doubtful: Player is unlikely to play
- Questionable: Player is uncertain to play
- (-): Not listed
Stay tuned as the Vikings finalize their game plan and monitor player statuses ahead of their must-win matchup against the Rams.
