Blake Cashman, a pivotal linebacker for the Minnesota Vikings, is already in concussion protocol, a major red flag as the team prepares for Sunday’s showdown with the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. The Vikings just dropped their first injury report ahead of the big matchup, and Cashman’s status is definitely the most significant hit on the list. When a guy is in concussion protocol, it is not typical for players to clear it and not miss at least some time. That’s a brutal start to the week for Minnesota fans.
Vikings Hit Hard With Starters Sidelined
It is not just Cashman either, because the Vikings have a long list of players who did not participate in Wednesday’s estimated practice. Remember, neither team actually hit the field, so these are best guesses right now, but they still sting. On top of Cashman, star tight end T.J. Hockenson is nursing both wrist and chest injuries, keeping him out of practice. Defensive tackle Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins has an ankle issue, and wide receiver Jauan Jennings is dealing with a calf problem, with both DNP on Wednesday. Then there’s Donovan Jackson, the starting left guard, who is on injured reserve and already listed as out with a knee injury. That’s five starters potentially sidelined or already out.
Beyond the starters, quarterback Kyler Murray is out with a hamstring issue, and linebacker Kyle Van Noy is battling a calf injury, both also DNP. Safety Jay Ward was limited with a knee problem, and quarterback Carson Wentz had an ankle issue that put him on limited participation. Only starter Theo Jackson, a safety, was a full participant despite a quad injury. This is a concerning start for Minnesota, leaving fans wondering who will even be suiting up this Sunday.
Packers Have Their Own Headaches Ahead of Sunday
Across the field, the Green Bay Packers are far from fully healthy themselves, dropping a lengthy injury report with their own DNP and limited participants for Wednesday’s estimated practice. Safety Javon Bullard, a starter, missed practice with ankle and knee issues, and fellow starter, linebacker Zaire Franklin, was out with a shin problem. Running back Josh Jacobs, another key starter, is dealing with a finger injury that kept him out, and center Sean Rhyan, also a starter, is nursing an ankle injury. Rounding out the DNP list for Green Bay are starting offensive lineman Lukas Van Ness with a back issue and tight end Josh Whyle in concussion protocol.
The Packers also have a long list of limited participants, including starting guard Aaron Banks with knee and hip issues, running back Chris Brooks with an ankle injury, and offensive tackle Travis Glover with a knee problem. Linebacker Ty’Ron Hopper has an illness, wide receiver Skyy Moore is battling an ankle issue, and kicker Trey Smack has a right calf problem. Wide receiver Savion Williams is dealing with a groin injury, and starting guard Kevin Zeitler is limited by an ankle issue. Oh, and starting outside linebacker Micah Parsons is on the Physically Unable to Participate list with knee and illness issues, making him a limited participant. Wide receiver Bo Melton was a full participant despite a concussion. Both teams are limping into this one, and it is going to be a battle to see who can get healthy enough for Sunday.
This Sunday, at Lambeau Field, the Vikings and Packers are set to clash. With so many key players on both sides dealing with significant injuries, especially with Minnesota’s Cashman in concussion protocol, the big question is going to be who is available. Fans need to keep a close eye on those practice reports because this one is shaping up to be a grind.
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Originally reported by Daily Norseman.
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