Vikings tight end Josh Oliver feared out for the season with biceps injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 4:12 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings secured a 23-16 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers but suffered a significant injury to tight end Josh Oliver. He is feared to have torn a biceps, which could sideline him indefinitely. Oliver had played an important role in the offense, contributing as a backup to T.J. Hockenson. The Vikings face a challenging situation as they have limited depth at tight end, and Oliver’s absence may impact their offensive strategy moving forward. An MRI is expected to confirm the injury and the length of his recovery.
- •Vikings defeat Buccaneers 23-16 on September 27, 2026.
- •Josh Oliver's biceps injury may end his season.
- •Oliver has been a key blocking tight end this year.
- •The Vikings have limited tight end depth after Oliver's potential absence.
- •An MRI will confirm the severity of Oliver's injury.
- 4:12 PMYahoo Sports — Key Vikings TE Expected to be Out Long Term
"The Minnesota Vikings knocked off the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday but may have lost tight end Josh Oliver for the season in the process.
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