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Vikings Likely Lose Left Guard Donovan Jackson For The Regular Season

The Minnesota Vikings' offensive line depth took another hit Monday as first-round pick Donovan Jackson was ruled out for the remainder of the regular season after tearing his meniscus in the first quarter of Sunday’s 15-10 win over Miami. The injury marks a setback for an offense that, despite a 4-0 start, has struggled with consistency, compounded by further uncertainty at left tackle with Christian Darrisaw placed in concussion protocol following a neck injury during the same game.

Jackson, a second-year player drafted in 2025 out of Ohio State, was praised by coach Kevin O’Connell for his strong early season, while Joe Huber and Ryan Van Demark stepped in to replace him and Darrisaw, respectively. The Vikings also face absences from star wide receiver Justin Jefferson (ankle) and running back Jordan Mason (thumb), though Jefferson’s return timeline remains unclear despite his progress.

A potential bright spot emerged with the expected return of center/guard Michael Jurgens, whose 21-day practice window opens this week, offering a glimmer of stability for a unit that battled injuries last season.

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