Vikings Roster Moves: Hockenson, Risner Out, Two Promoted
The Minnesota Vikings have been busy shuffling their roster this week, with some key players heading out the door and a couple of youngsters getting their chance to shine.
T.J. Hockenson and Dalton Risner, both key pieces for the Vikings offense, have been placed on injured reserve, meaning they're out for at least four weeks. This is a big blow for the Vikings, as Hockenson was their primary tight end and Risner started at center.
But hey, it's not all doom and gloom! The Vikings have decided to promote two players from the practice squad: tight end Ben Ellefson and offensive lineman Kyle Hinton. These guys have been grinding it out on the practice squad, so they'll be ready to step up and fill the void left by Hockenson and Risner.
Ellefson, a 2020 undrafted free agent, has been a solid backup tight end. He's got a good chance of getting some snaps with Hockenson out. Hinton, a 2023 undrafted free agent, could be a valuable piece for the offensive line. He's got good size and athleticism, and he's definitely someone to keep an eye on.
It'll be interesting to see how the Vikings perform with these new faces on the roster. They've got a tough schedule coming up, but hopefully these youngsters can step up and make a difference. Let's go Vikings!
Here's a quick rundown of the Vikings' roster moves:
Injured Reserve:
- T.J. Hockenson (tight end)
- Dalton Risner (center)
Promoted from Practice Squad:
- Ben Ellefson (tight end)
- Kyle Hinton (offensive lineman)
This is a crucial time for the Vikings, and it's great to see them taking advantage of opportunities. We'll keep you updated on how these young players perform!