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WR Jauan Jennings ruled out for Week 2 for personal reasons
The Vikings confirmed Jauan Jennings did not practice all week due to a personal matter and will not play Sunday in Chicago. The team listed his status as a non-injury related absence on the final report.
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Carson Wentz will start at QB vs. Bears in Week 2
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell confirmed Friday that Carson Wentz will start Sunday’s Week 2 game at Chicago. Wentz relieved Kyler Murray in Week 1 and completed 12-of-19 for 133 yards and three touchdowns; the team will turn to his experience while Murray remains in concussion protocol.
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Coach Kevin O’Connell publicly praised new GM Nolan Teasley and Rob Brzezinski after Week 1 win
Following the Vikings’ comeback victory, O’Connell handed game balls to new general manager Nolan Teasley and long-time executive Rob Brzezinski, signaling early alignment between the coaching staff and restructured front office. The gesture highlighted cooperation as the organization begins a new leadership era.
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Justin Jefferson scored twice in Week 1 and moved into franchise reception tie
Justin Jefferson had two touchdown catches in the season opener and moved into a tie for second on the Vikings’ all‑time receptions list. His performance was a key part of Minnesota’s comeback win and is being noted as a continuing offensive focal point as the team prepares for the Bears.
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Right tackle Brian O’Neill did not practice Friday; availability for Week 2 uncertain
The Vikings listed RT Brian O’Neill as a non‑participant on Friday’s practice/injury report, creating uncertainty about his status for Sunday’s game at Chicago. O’Neill had been limited earlier in the week but did not practice Thursday/Friday, prompting discussion of reserve options if he’s inactive. This could shift the offensive line rotation and protection plans for whichever quarterback starts Sunday.
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Vikings held running back tryouts at TCO; Jerome Ford, Kenny McIntosh and Ulysses Bentley worked out
The Vikings hosted tryouts for multiple running backs at the TCO Performance Center, including former Browns RB Jerome Ford, Kenny McIntosh and Ulysses Bentley IV. The workouts suggest Minnesota is evaluating immediate depth options behind the current backfield amid thumb injury concerns and early-season roster needs.
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Jordan Mason placed on short-term IR; DeeJay Dallas promoted, Jerome Ford added to practice squad
The Vikings placed running back Jordan Mason on injured reserve with a broken thumb requiring a minor procedure; he’s expected to miss at least four games. Minnesota promoted DeeJay Dallas from the practice squad to the 53-man roster and signed veteran Jerome Ford to the practice squad to add depth behind Aaron Jones.
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Running back Jordan Mason had thumb evaluated; X‑rays taken
The Vikings had running back Jordan Mason undergo precautionary X‑rays for a sore thumb after Week 1, per local reporting and team comments. Head coach Kevin O’Connell acknowledged Mason’s thumb could be more serious, which prompted the team to audition free‑agent RBs at TCO the following day.
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Week 1 snap counts prompted role shifts and early depth takeaways
Snap-count analysis from Week 1 highlights several clear winners and losers in Minnesota’s personnel picture, including heavy usage for edge rusher Dallas Turner and reduced snaps for rookie DL Caleb Banks and WR Jordan Addison. The distribution could influence Week 2 game-planning and depth decisions.
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Kyler Murray remains in concussion protocol; Week 2 availability uncertain
Vikings starter Kyler Murray was placed in the NFL concussion protocol after leaving the Week 1 win over Green Bay following a head hit. Coach Kevin O’Connell and team medical staff are treating Murray’s status as day-to-day and will follow the protocol before deciding whether he can play at Chicago in Week 2.
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Carson Wentz relieved Murray and threw three touchdown passes
After Murray’s injury, Carson Wentz entered and completed 12 of 19 passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns, leading the Vikings to a 39–22 comeback win over Green Bay. Wentz’s performance preserved Minnesota’s Week 1 victory and establishes him as the immediate plan if Murray is unavailable.
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Myles Price’s 68-yard kickoff return ignited Vikings’ late surge
Rookie returner Myles Price had a career-long 68-yard kickoff return that catalyzed the Vikings’ 29-point run to close the game, contributing 192 combined return yards — the most by a Viking in a game since 2015. The play was a decisive special-teams boost in the comeback win.
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