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Week 8 injury updates for Vikings and Lions
First reported Nov 1, 12:39 PM ET · Latest Nov 1, 12:46 PM ET · Explainer updated Nov 1, 1:01 PM ET
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Where things stand
The Vikings will have their top running back in the lineup for Week 8, Yahoo Sports reports. The Lions were hoping to have their star defender back for the same week’s big matchup, Yahoo Sports adds.
Facts
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Timeline
What changed: The Vikings confirmed that their top running back will be available in Week 8.
Every report, newest first
- Vikings injury update: Is Aaron Jones playing in Week 8? — Yahoo Sports
The Vikings will have their top running back in the lineup in Week 8.
- Vikings-Lions injury watch: Kerby Joseph's Week 8 status — Yahoo Sports
The Lions were hoping to have their star defender back for this big Week 8 matchup.
Questions
What we don’t know yet: It remains unclear whether Kerby Joseph will actually be cleared to play in Week 8.
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More: background
Aaron Jones is the Vikings’ leading running back, a key offensive player who carries the ball on many plays. Kerby Joseph is a prominent defensive player for the Lions, whose presence can influence the team’s ability to stop opponents.
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