EAGAN, Minn. — The Vikings returned to practice Wednesday in advance of visiting the Saints at noon (CT) Sunday in Week 5 of 2026.
The Vikings are also scheduled to practice Thursday and Friday. Players will receive game status designations on Friday.
Receiver Jordan Addison (hamstring), tackle Christian Darrisaw (concussion) and cornerback Chuck Demmings (hamstring) did not participate.
Receiver Justin Jefferson (ankle) and tackle Brian O'Neill (knee) were listed as limited participants to start the week.
Running back Aaron Jones, Sr., was also listed as limited Wednesday, but the reason was for rest.
Head Coach Kevin O'Connell said O'Neill and Addison are dealing with a little "soreness" and added Addison "kind of got tugged on one T.J. [Hockenson's] catches late in the game. … Going to give him another day and hopefully get him back to some limited work" the rest of the week.
The Vikings listed punter Brett Thorson (right hamstring), center Michael Jurgens (elbow) and tight end Ben Yurosek (ankle) as full participants.
Thorson has missed the past two games but is expected to return to action Sunday.
Jurgens and Yurosek were both designated to return from Injured Reserve on Wednesday, opening up their 21-day evaluation windows.
Look back on photos from past games between the Vikings and the Saints.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
An image from the Jan. 14, 2018 divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won 29-24.
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Minnesota Vikings Injury Report
| Player | Position | Injury | Wednesday Participation | Thursday Participation | Friday Participation | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Addison | WR | Hamstring | DNP | |||
| Christian Darrisaw | T | Concussion | DNP | |||
| Chuck Demmings | CB | Hamstring | DNP | |||
| Justin Jefferson | WR | Ankle | LP | |||
| Aaron Jones Sr. | RB | NIR - Rest | LP | |||
| Brian O'Neill | T | Knee | LP | |||
| Michael Jurgens | C | Elbow | FP | |||
| Ben Yurosek | TE | Ankle | FP | |||
| Brett Thorson | P | Hamstring | FP |
New Orleans Saints Injury Report
| Player | Position | Injury | Wednesday Participation | Thursday Participation | Friday Participation | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julian Blackmon | S | Shoulder | LP | |||
| Barion Brown | WR | Thigh | DNP | |||
| Kaden Elliss | LB | Calf | DNP | |||
| Noah Fant | TE | Abdomen | LP | |||
| Jaylan Ford | LB | Ankle | FP | |||
| Davon Godchaux | DT | Groin | FP | |||
| Carl Granderson | LB | Ankle | LP | |||
| Anfernee Jennings | LB | Knee | DNP | |||
| Alvin Kamara | RB | Back | DNP | |||
| Chris Olave | WR | NIR - Rest | DNP | |||
| Mike Reid | S | Ankle | LP | |||
| Tyler Shough | QB | Left Hand | FP | |||
| Lorenzo Styles | CB | Calf | FP |
Practice Status
DNP - Did not participate in practice
LP - Limited participation in practice
FP - Full participation
(-) - Not listed
Game Status
Out - Player will not play
Doubtful - Player is unlikely to play
Questionable - Player is not certain to play
(-) - Not listed
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