Vikings’ Starting Cornerback Will Be Ready for Week One

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An image from June 6, 2024 of Day 3 of Offseason Mini Camp at TCOPC in Eagan, MN.Credit: Photo courtesy of the Minnesota Vikings

Minnesota Vikings’ cornerback Shaq Griffin signed to the team as a free agent this offseason. Although Griffin was a new piece to this Vikings’ defense this offseason, he was essentially penciled in as one of the starting opposite cornerbacks for this team. Especially, given the death of Khyree Jackson, season ending ACL injury to Mekhi Blackmon, and the Minnesota Vikings’ trading away Andrew Booth Jr.

Minnesota Vikings’ Shaq Griffin is set to return soon

Although Griffin has yet to practice for nearly all of training camp recovering from a hamstring injury on day two of Vikings’ training camp, it sounds like his return is imminent. After speaking to reporters and media members after the last joint practice with the Cleveland Browns, head coach Kevin O’Connell gave an encouraging update on Griffin.

Shaq will be ready [for the start of the season]. I know I haven’t been incredibly detailed with that timeline, but that timeline has always been one where we thought the regular season would not be in question.

Minnesota Vikings’ Head Coach Kevin O’Connell

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Towards the end of the pressor, O’Connell noted that Griffin is progressing well in recovery and “will be ready” for the start of the season. This may not be as exciting of news as one may think, but given the lack of talent and depth in the cornerback room, every body is necessary. Especially Griffin, who excels at playing man-to-man coverage. Something defensive coordinator Brian Flores wants to do more of this year.

Soft tissue injuries can be tricky. Injuries that can linger for an entire season. One thing is for sure, the Minnesota Vikings are cautious about them, and when O’Connell says they can return, they very likely are. Overall, it sounds like Vikings’ fans have nothing to worry about as it relates to Griffin and whether or not he will be ready by week one.

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