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Vikings Expect Darrisaw, Harrison Smith to Debut vs. Bengals on Limited Duty

Pregame reports point to managed workloads as Minnesota copes with injuries across the roster.

Nov 17, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel (43) sneaks a peak into the backfield against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Christian Darrisaw (knee) and Harrison Smith (illness) are listed as questionable but are expected to play and start Sunday against Cincinnati, per reports from Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport.
  • Both veterans are slated to rotate rather than play full snaps as the team eases them back after extended absences.
  • Darrisaw has not played since Week 8 last season following a torn ACL, while Smith only recently returned to practice after a health-related layoff.
  • Backup tackle Justin Skule is out with a concussion, and edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel is questionable with a concussion but is expected to be available, per Schefter.
  • With J.J. McCarthy sidelined by a high ankle sprain, Carson Wentz will start at quarterback, elevating the importance of left tackle stability.