Vikings' Jordan Hicks Hospitalized Following Compartment Syndrome Surgery

Hicks Ruled Out for Broncos Game, Rookie Ivan Pace Jr. to Assume His Role

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jordan Hicks is still hospitalized following a surgical procedure to treat compartment syndrome in his right leg.
Hicks was injured during the Vikings' win against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, initially leaving the game in the first quarter after a collision with teammate Cam Bynum, but returned to play 23 more defensive snaps before being ruled out in the third quarter.
Compartment syndrome, which Hicks developed, is a condition where swelling causes pressure at the area of an injury, potentially leading to long-term effects to muscles and bones if not treated immediately.
Hicks has been ruled out for the Vikings' upcoming game against the Denver Broncos, and his status for future games will be determined based on his recovery.
Rookie Ivan Pace Jr. is expected to assume Hicks' role in the upcoming game against the Broncos.