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Vikings Left Guard Donovan Jackson Likely Out for the Season

On Monday, Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell announced that guard Donovan Jackson will miss the remainder of the season due to a torn meniscus requiring surgery.
Jackson sustained the injury during Sunday's 15-10 victory over the Miami Dolphins while starting all four games after being selected 24th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Backup left guard Joe Huber will replace Jackson on the offensive line, having played 71 snaps during the victory against the Dolphins.
Elsewhere on the offensive line, star left tackle Christian Darrisaw is in concussion protocol, with backup Ryan Van Demark prepared to fill the void if needed.
The Vikings now face a critical depth test in the trenches as they prepare for the upcoming game against the New Orleans Saints.

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