Couple Doses of Bad News for the Vikings' Offensive Line

Even with a 4-0 record, the Minnesota Vikings are dealing with early offensive concerns in 2026—and Monday brought more injury trouble. Both players on the left side of the offensive line are now hurt, including left tackle Christian Darrisaw, who left Sunday’s 27-? (Miami Dolphins game) with a neck issue and later returned, only to exit again. Coach Kevin O’Connell said Darrisaw is now in the league’s concussion protocol, putting him in doubt for the Vikings’ Sunday game in New Orleans. The bigger blow is guard Donovan Jackson, who has a torn meniscus requiring surgery and, barring a turnaround, is likely to miss the remainder of his sophomore season after just four games. Joe Huber replaced Jackson at left guard, and Minnesota is also monitoring Justin Jefferson’s status.