Dolphins prepare to face Vikings amid injury updates and defensive blitzes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
The Miami Dolphins will play the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium. Key players include linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel, who the Dolphins face for the first time since his departure. The Dolphins are monitoring rookie wide receiver Caleb Douglas for potential absence due to an ankle injury. Minnesota's defensive coordinator Brian Flores has utilized a high blitz percentage this season, adding complexity to the matchup. Both teams aim to adjust their strategies following injuries heading into Week 4.
- •Andrew Van Ginkel faces Dolphins after leaving for Vikings.
- •Dolphins' Caleb Douglas may miss his second straight game.
- •Brian Flores blitzing at a high percentage this season.
- •Dolphins are 0-3, Vikings are 3-0 entering Sunday.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Dolphins news: Andrew Van Ginkel, Brian Flores, and Week 4 injury updates
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