Minnesota’s starting lineup is decimated heading into a key game in Green Bay on Sunday night.
But at least Vikings TE Tyler Conklin is expected to play in the Packers matchup, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Conklin, who is dealing with a hamstring injury, was listed as questionable on the injury report this week. He has 540 receiving yards and three touchdowns this year.
Minnesota downgraded DT Michael Pierce to out for the game against the Packers. The team also has CB Cameron Dantzler listed as doubtful.
Without Pierce, the Vikings will have just one available starter on the defensive line: DT Dalvin Tomlinson. Minnesota edge Danielle Hunter went down with a season-ending injury, while DE Everson Griffen resides on the NFI list.
If Dantzler ends up missing time, the Vikings will likely have to give more reps to CB Kris Boyd. Slot corner Mackensie Alexander and former All-Pro Patrick Peterson will both have to step up as well.