Forward prospect for the Vikings faces setback before of the season opener. Kevin O’Connell, head coach, regretted
The Minnesota Vikings looked poised to start the 2024 season with a fully healthy wide receiver group considering Jordan Addison‘s return to practice this week, but an undisclosed injury has left promising third-year receiver Jalen Nailor sidelined.
According to ESPN’s Kevin Seifert, Nailor was working the sidelines during a September 2 practice ahead of the team’s September 8 season opener against the New York Giants.
A 2022 sixth-round pick, Nailor has flashed promise to the Vikings organization. However, that’s rarely translated to the playing field. He played in just six games last season after starting the 2023 season on injured reserve and has dealt with lingering injuries and illness throughout his career. The Vikings’ first injury report on Wednesday, September 3 will shed light on the nature of his injury. For what it’s worth, The Athletic’s Alec Lewis saw Nailor working on the sidelines and said he “looked in good spirits,” adding that his limited action at practice could just be a precaution.
Addison injured his ankle in an August 14 practice. KSTP’s Darren Wolfson said on September 3 that he “fully expects” Addison to play in Sunday’s season opener.
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