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Vikings Sign John Parker Romo and Jake McQuaide Amid Injuries

Minnesota Vikings place kicker Will Reichard and long snapper Andrew DePaola on injured reserve, prompting midseason changes.

  • Rookie kicker Will Reichard is sidelined with a quadriceps strain after missing two field goals in a game against the Colts.
  • John Parker Romo, a 27-year-old journeyman, is signed to replace Reichard and is poised to make his NFL debut.
  • Long snapper Andrew DePaola, an All-Pro, requires surgery for a hand injury and will also be on injured reserve.
  • Jake McQuaide, a veteran with 14 NFL seasons, is brought in as DePaola's replacement.
  • Both Reichard and DePaola are eligible to return for the Vikings' game against Atlanta on December 8.
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