Vikings Open Door to Add Reinforcements at 2 Achy Roster Spots

The Minnesota Vikings have officially designated center Michael Jurgens and tight end Ben Yurosek to return to practice from injured reserve. Their potential returns come as Minnesota deals with season-ending injuries to left guard Donovan Jackson and tight end Josh Oliver. Alongside these practice designations, the team also announced the signings of wide receivers Odell Beckham Jr. and Jeshaun Jones to the practice squad.

Writer K. Joudry argues that Jurgens and Yurosek could have a greater impact on Minnesota's 2026 campaign than Beckham's signing. Jurgens provides crucial interior offensive line depth, especially with tackle Christian Darrisaw in concussion protocol, while Yurosek offers needed blocking depth alongside T.J. Hockenson.