For the first time in eight weeks, star receiver Justin Jefferson was a full participant in Vikings practice.
Jefferson has missed the previous seven games with a hamstring injury and now looks set to return this Sunday in Las Vegas. Despite missing their star receiver, the Vikings remained one of the league’s most prolific passing offenses, currently sitting sixth in passing yards. The Vikings were 5-2 without Jefferson, losing their last two games before the Week 13 bye.
The team’s bye allowed cornerback Akayleb Evans to get closer to return after missing the past two games with a calf injury. Evans was a full participant on the Vikings Wednesday injury report. Defensive lineman Khyriris Tonga was also listed as a full participant on Wedneday’s report.
Running back Kene Nwangwu (concussion) and safety NaJee Thompson (knee) were listed as limited participants ahead of Sunday’s game against the Raiders.
Safety Theo Jackson was the lone player unable to participate as he was listed with an illness designation.
Wednesday's #Vikings injury report pic.twitter.com/CJ4endv3XS
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