Minnesota Vikings linebacker D.J. Wonnum sustained a partially torn quad during a game, an injury that is likely to end his season. The injury occurred during a play in the red zone against the Lions, as the team was setting up for first-and-goal at the 3, where he was seen holding his left leg. The cart was brought out for Wonnum, signaling the severity of the situation. This injury adds to a growing list of injured Vikings starters, including Jordan Addison, TJ Hockenson, and Meckhi Blackmon. Head coach Kevin O'Connell expressed concern over the team's 'injury adversity', particularly worried about the conditions of Hockenson (knee), Addison (ankle), and Wonnum (quad). Wonnum was in the midst of a career year, with 62 tackles and 8 sacks before the injury. O'Connell mentioned the team suffered some 'serious injuries' during the game, as reported by ESPN.
Report: D.J. Wonnum suffered a partially torn quad. https://t.co/b6dYr3MMnb
#Vikings OLB DJ Wonnum, in the midst of a career year with 62 tackles and 8 sacks, suffered a partially torn quad, source said, an indication he's played his last down this season. Coach Kevin O'Connell said it was a serious, adding: "You can see what DJ means to our team."
One more thing … here’s our updated story on what are likely some serious injuries the Vikings suffered today. https://t.co/eVI9nE0Xg5
Vikings are going to have some “injury adversity,” Kevin O’Connell said. Big worry for Hockenson (knee) Addison (ankle) and Wonnum (quad).
Vikings starters injured today: Jordan Addison, TJ Hockenson, DJ Wonnum, Meckhi Blackmon. Looks like it's just too much to overcome.
The cart is coming out for D.J. Wonnum. https://t.co/RQMkWeYVSW
D.J. Wonnum down with a leg injury on that first down by the Lions.
And now D.J. Wonnum is down, holding his left leg, as the Lions get the first down and set up for first-and-goal at the 3.
DJ Wonnum is down now. The injuries continue to pile up for the Vikings.
D.J. Wonnum is down, appears injured during that third down play in the red zone.