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Vikings lose tight end Josh Oliver to potential long-term injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 2:26 PM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Vikings lose tight end Josh Oliver to potential long-term injury

Summary

The Minnesota Vikings secured a 23-16 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 24, but face potential setbacks with tight end Josh Oliver. He is feared to have torn his biceps during the game, requiring an MRI for confirmation. While star receiver Justin Jefferson suffered an ankle injury, he has avoided severe consequences. The Vikings, now 3-0, may need to adapt their offensive strategy without Oliver as they prepare for their upcoming game against the Miami Dolphins.

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Status Watch

•Vikings defeat Buccaneers 23-16 in Week 3.
•Josh Oliver may have a torn biceps; MRI pending.
•Justin Jefferson’s ankle injury seems less severe.
•Vikings hold a 3-0 record heading into Week 4.
•Upcoming game against Miami Dolphins.

Latest Updates

2:26 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings' Kyler Murray to lose key weapon to long-term injury, but it's not Justin Jefferson

What they're saying

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The Minnesota Vikings leaned on their first-class defense to outlast the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a penalty-filled NFC matchup on Sunday afternoon, and based on their current health, their team identity could remain lopsided. Justin Jefferson suffered an ankle injury , forcing quarterback Kyler Murray into a potentially trying situation. […] The post Vikings' Kyler Murray to lose key weapon to long-term injury, but it's not Justin Jefferson appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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