Minnesota Vikings fans were left concerned after left tackle Christian Darrisaw exited Thursday night’s game due to an injury. As one of the team’s standout players, his absence raised questions about the seriousness of the issue and what it might mean for his upcoming matches.
In this article, we will delve into the details of Christian Darrisaw’s injury and when will he return to play with the Minnesota Vikings.
How did Christian Darrisaw get injured?
In the Vikings’ 30-20 defeat against the Los Angeles Rams, left tackle Christian Darrisaw sustained a knee injury late in the first half. Blocking on an Aaron Jones run, Darrisaw was hit from the side by a Rams player when only 35 seconds were left in the first half, forcing him to leave the field. Following this, the medical staff ruled him out for the remainder of the game, with David Quessenberry stepping in to cover his position.
After the game, Darrisaw was seen moving slowly on crutches. Head coach Kevin O’Connell shared that evaluations are still ongoing and that the team is hopeful for better news. He said, “We’ll continue that evaluation here and onto [Friday], and try to confirm what that is, keeping our fingers crossed that we get some positive news.” Teammates gathered around Darrisaw as he was assessed by the medical team, with team captain Harrison Phillips also accompanying him to the tunnel.
When will Christian Darrisaw return to NFL?
There is no clear timeline yet for Christian Darrisaw’s return to the NFL following his knee injury. Fans must wait for the team to make an official announcement regarding his return.
Drafted in 2021 out of Virginia Tech, Darrisaw secured a contract extension this past summer. Since stepping in as the Minnesota Vikings’ starting left tackle partway through his rookie season, he has started in 46 games.
