Demond Claiborne impresses in Vikings training camp practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:01 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
During a Minnesota Vikings practice on Saturday, rookie running back Demond Claiborne showcased his skills by scoring multiple touchdowns. Claiborne executed a notable long touchdown run after taking a handoff from quarterback Carson Wentz, demonstrating his explosiveness and playmaking ability. With veterans Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason currently leading the backfield, Claiborne's strong performance provides the Vikings with depth and options in their running game. His ability to impress in training camp could give him an opportunity for significant playing time in upcoming preseason games.
- •Demond Claiborne scores multiple touchdowns at Vikings camp practice.
- •Claiborne shows notable explosiveness with a long touchdown run.
- •Vikings veterans Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason currently lead the backfield.
- •Claiborne's performance could earn him preseason playing time.
- •Strong showing helps Vikings assess running back depth.
- 5:01 AMYahoo Sports — Vikings RB Starting to Make Some Serious Noise at Camp
"Minnesota Vikings practice on Saturday was a bit dull by the standards of the organization. However, one rookie stood out on Saturday afternoon. That was running back Demond Claiborne, who was able to record some touchdowns on the day. This was reported by Bring Me The Sports’ Will Ragatz.Claiborne took a handoff from quarterback Carson […] The post Vikings RB Starting to Make Some Serious Noise at Camp appeared first on HEAVY.
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