4 Key Vikings Players vs. Colts

Adam New highlights four key Minnesota Vikings players to watch against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 7 at U.S. Bank Stadium. Coming off a bye week with a 5-0 record, Minnesota aims to maintain its NFC North lead against the 2-4 Colts. The writer identifies offensive lineman Will Fries, returning running back Jordan Mason, defensive lineman Jalen Redmond, and linebacker Blake Cashman as the pivotal contributors for the matchup.

Fries faces the critical task of containing defensive lineman DeForest Buckner, while Mason returns from a thumb injury to support Aaron Jones in the backfield. On defense, New notes that Redmond and Cashman will be essential in stopping Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, with Cashman also providing a strong pass-rushing presence against quarterback Daniel Jones.