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Vikings’ Blake Cashman Likely Out Multiple Weeks With Hamstring Injury After Week 1 Exit

Today’s MRI will clarify the expected multiweek recovery for Minnesota’s defensive signal-caller.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 08: Blake Cashman #51 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on from the tunnel prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on September 08, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
Blake Cashman #51 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on prior to a game between the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Aug 22, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell looks on against the Tennessee Titan during the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Cashman left in the fourth quarter against the Bears after pulling up while chasing Caleb Williams and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
  • Star Tribune reporter Ben Goessling reported he is scheduled for an MRI today with an initial expectation that he will miss several weeks.
  • Backup Eric Wilson replaced Cashman late and produced five tackles, a tackle for loss and a pivotal punt deflection in the comeback win.
  • Head coach Kevin O’Connell lauded Wilson’s veteran presence and on-field communication, saying his contributions were vital to the victory.
  • Cashman led Minnesota with 112 tackles last season, and the defense struggled in losses when he was previously sidelined, allowing nearly 400 yards in those games.