Vikings Rookie Report: Week 9 Sees MIN in Pivotal Tilt Before NFL Trade Deadline

The Vikings rookie report for Week 9 arrives with a major shake up taking place. Carson Wentz is being given the chance to start due to Kyler Murray s hamstring injury. Very wisely, Wentz is promising to deliver the football to Justin Jefferson. A touch behind the scenes, perhaps, is the performance of the young lads. Last week, the Vikings opted to sit four of the drafted rookies. Worse yet, some of the young lads appear to be losing ground on the depth chart (such as somebody who had been generating a lot of hype). Check it out below alongside some credit to Pro Football Reference. Vikings Rookie Report | Week 9 Offense Aug 15, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Demond Claiborne (21) carries the ball as New York Giants safety Jason Pinnock (25) defends during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Offensive Tackle Caleb Tiernan — 3rd Round, No. 97