Jamal Adams ruled out for 2026 season after knee injury

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 11:23 PM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Jamal Adams ruled out for 2026 season after knee injury
Summary

Jamal Adams's 2026 NFL season is over after suffering a season-ending knee injury following a preseason game with the Minnesota Vikings. The injury occurred on a non-contact play during the first half of the team's opener against the Giants at MetLife Stadium. Adams, a former All-Pro safety, had signed a one-year deal with the Vikings and was expected to play multiple positions in the defense this season. He had impressed coaches and teammates during training camp.

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  • Adams's injury was diagnosed as season-ending.
  • The injury happened during non-contact play.
  • He was previously a top-10 draft pick in 2017.
  • Adams joined the Vikings on a veteran minimum contract.
  • He had made a strong impression in training camp.
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  • 12:22 AMYahoo SportsJamal Adams’ Knee Injury Confirmed as Season-Ending
  • 11:23 PMYahoo SportsJamal Adams is out for the year with a knee injury
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As expected, veteran defender Jamal Adams's 2026 season is over, after only one preseason game.

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