MN Vikings Lineman Misses Practice Again

Throughout their 5-8 season, the Minnesota Vikings have dealt with one persistent issue: the offensive line simply can’t stay healthy. Despite playing 13 games, the team has had its full starting offensive line together only twice.

Christian Darrisaw, still working his way back to full strength after last year’s season-ending knee surgery, continues to be a weekly question mark. He was a game-time decision last week against the Washington Commanders, and his availability is once again in doubt.

Christian Darrisaw’s Availability Looks Murky

The Vikings held their first full practice of the week on Wednesday, and Darrisaw was listed as “DNP” because of his knee. Had he returned to the field Thursday, there would have been less cause for concern. Instead, he logged a second straight did not practice designation.

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Darrisaw has already missed three games this season, and the ongoing weekly maintenance of his knee has been a constant storyline. Seeing the starting left tackle take a step backward health-wise would be disappointing, but Minnesota is also not in a position where pushing him onto the field makes sense.

Developing J.J. McCarthy remains the Vikings’ primary focus for the rest of the year, and the health of his offensive line directly affects that. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah invested heavily in the group this offseason, only to watch injuries derail those plans.

There was some good news, though: Donovan Jackson, Theo Jackson, and Levi Drake Rodriguez were all upgraded to full participants. After sitting out Wednesday, T.J. Hockenson returned in a limited capacity. Ty Chandler also appears on track to return for Sunday’s game.