EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Cornerback Stephon Gilmore of the Minnesota Vikings has been declared out for the upcoming matchup against Atlanta due to a hamstring issue. Gilmore sustained the injury in the second quarter of last week’s game versus Arizona and was unable to return. He did not participate in any practice sessions this week. […]
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Cornerback Stephon Gilmore of the Minnesota Vikings has been declared out for the upcoming matchup against Atlanta due to a hamstring issue.
Gilmore sustained the injury in the second quarter of last week’s game versus Arizona and was unable to return. He did not participate in any practice sessions this week. Coach Kevin O’Connell mentioned on Friday that Gilmore is “right on schedule” with his recovery and has a chance to participate in the next game against Chicago on December 16, a Monday night event that provides the 13-year veteran with an additional day to recover.
The Vikings (10-2) are set to play host to the Falcons (6-6) on Sunday. They have listed six players as questionable: long snapper Andrew DePaola (hand), outside linebacker Patrick Jones (knee), defensive tackle Harrison Phillips (back), kicker Will Reichard (quadriceps), guard Dalton Risner (back), and outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel (thigh). O’Connell expressed optimism, stating that all of them “hopefully have a good chance to go.”
DePaola and Reichard have been sidelined for the past four games. Both were full participants in practice on Friday. Risner also practiced fully, while Jones, Phillips, and Van Ginkel had limited participation.
“Looks like it’s time for the Vikings to channel their inner superheroes! 🦸♂️ With Gilmore sidelined, who’s ready to step up and make some magic happen on the field? Let’s hope those questionable players are just resting up for an epic showdown against the Falcons! 💪✨ #SkolVikings”