Vikings linebacker Jamal Adams suffers serious knee injury

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jamal Adams sustained a right knee injury during the first preseason game on August 15, 2026. Head coach Kevin O'Connell announced that initial examinations indicate the injury is serious. Adams, 30, was a notable offseason addition to the Vikings' defense, transitioning from defensive back to linebacker under defensive coordinator Brian Flores. With the extent of the injury yet to be determined, Adams is expected to miss some time, raising concerns about his role in the defense this season.

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