As the Vikings continued their prep for the Chicago Bears on Monday night at Soldier Field, they continue to do so without safety Harrison Smith and left tackle Christian Darrisaw.
Though both players have been around their teammates as they work their way back into the mix, neither Smith (illness) nor Darrisaw (knee) participated in practice on Thursday afternoon at TCO Performance Center.
Will either of them play for the Vikings on Monday Night Football? The answer to that question is very unclear at this point.
A source told the Pioneer Press that Smith has been dealing with a “personal health issue” since the middle of training camp. Even if it causes him to miss some time for the Vikings, it’s not expected to keep him out long term.
As for Darrisaw, he’s nearing the final stages of the recovery process, and the Vikings are seemingly being cautious with him 10 months removed from him tearing the anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament in his left knee.
“We’re going to give him every opportunity to practice and see how he feels,” head coach Kevin O’Connell said earlier this week. “Ultimately, in regards to his availability, we will make that decision as this week progresses.”
The rest of the injury report for the Vikings included running back Zavier Scott (ankle) and defensive tackle Elijah Williams (hamstring) listed as non participants, and receiver Jalen Nailor (hand) and edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel (neck) listed as full participants.
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