Vikings elevate Dillon Bell and Kyle Van Noy for Bears matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 9:33 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings have elevated WR Dillon Bell and LB Kyle Van Noy from the practice squad ahead of their week two game against the Chicago Bears on Sunday afternoon. QB Kyler Murray will not play due to a concussion, shifting focus to backup Carson Wentz. Bell will be making his NFL debut after showing potential in preseason games. Van Noy, a veteran linebacker, is expected to start again after participating in nearly 40% of the defensive snaps last week. Additionally, WR Jauan Jennings is unavailable due to personal matters.
- •Vikings face the Bears on September 20.
- •Kyler Murray is out; Carson Wentz will start.
- •Dillon Bell makes his NFL debut after preseason success.
- •Kyle Van Noy expected to start again after strong performance.
- •Jauan Jennings absent due to a family matter.
- 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings Elevate Talented Rookie, Wily Veteran vs Bears
"The Minnesota Vikings have elevated two players from the practice squad for week two. One is a wily vet who may start, the other will make his NFL debut.
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