Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison has been sidelined due to a hamstring injury, leading to his absence in the team's recent Week 5 game against the New Orleans Saints. (statchasers.com)
Addison's injury concerns began earlier in the week when he missed Wednesday's practice due to hamstring soreness. Head coach Kevin O'Connell described the issue as minor, and Addison returned to limited practice sessions on Thursday and Friday. (nbcsports.com) Despite these efforts, the team ultimately decided to hold him out of Sunday's game to prevent further aggravation of the injury.
Throughout the 2026 season, Addison has been a key component of the Vikings' offense, recording 11 receptions for 163 yards and one touchdown over four games. (rotowire.com) His absence was felt during the matchup against the Saints, although the Vikings managed to secure a 23-13 victory.
The team is optimistic about Addison's recovery, with expectations that he will return to full participation in practice following the upcoming bye week. The Vikings are scheduled to face the Indianapolis Colts on October 25, and Addison's availability will be closely monitored leading up to the game.
In the interim, the Vikings will rely on their depth at the wide receiver position, with players like Jauan Jennings and Tai Felton expected to see increased roles. The team remains hopeful that Addison's injury is a short-term setback and that he will be back on the field contributing to the offense in the near future.