The news just keeps getting worse for the Minnesota Vikings.
Rookie running back sensation Jarik McKinnon is done for the season. It was reported that he was having back problems the last couple of weeks. Well the Viking made that official late yesterday when they placed him on the reserve list for the rest of the season. He needs a back procedure.
McKinnon had been averaging almost 5 yards a carry this season on over 100 carries. Based on a full normal full season load it's easy to see how he could be headed for a 1,500 season in the near future IF he can get (and stay) healthy.
Joe Banyard, who has been showing some impressive running himself as of late (while subbing for Jeric) will simply get more rushes now, with Ben Tate and Matt Asiata sharing the load.
I'm looking forward to the Jets game today. I'm never optimistic anymore. I just haven't seen enough of this offense to know if its going to be good. Missing and losing key players throughout the season doesn't allow anyone to get a good handle on them. I'm hoping that includes the Jets...
We'll all find out together.
Hoping to see Denver today and Green Bay tomorrow night as well.
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