Jamal Adams suffers right knee injury, season likely over
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:06 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Jamal Adams of the Vikings sustained a significant right knee injury during a preseason game against the Giants on August 15. Adams played only 11 snaps before going down on a non-contact play while defending a pass. Coach Kevin O'Connell indicated that preliminary evaluations suggest the injury is serious, and the team plans to conduct an MRI for further assessment. Adams, who signed with the Vikings on July 28, appeared to be carving out an important role in the defense after a strong last season with the Raiders.
- •Adams suffered the injury early in the preseason game against the Giants.
- •Preliminary examinations indicate the injury may be serious.
- •An MRI is scheduled for further evaluation of the injury.
- •Coach Kevin O'Connell praised Adams' impact on the team's culture.
- •Adams joined the Vikings this summer after playing with the Raiders.
- 9:06 PMYahoo Sports — Jamal Adams has a right knee injury that "doesn't look good"
"Vikings linebacker/safety Jamal Adams' season is likely finished before it begins.
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