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Vikings shut down left tackle Christian Darrisaw for the rest of the season as knee trouble lingers

The Minnesota Vikings have placed left tackle Christian Darrisaw on injured reserve, ending his season early to reset his uneven recovery from reconstructive knee surgery

DECEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Able to practice in full Thursday Brandel (concussion) was a full participant in practice Thursday.

Impact It's not clear if Brandel has officially cleared concussion protocol, but he's certainly trending in the right direction with his full practice session Thursday. He was said to be symptom-free as of Monday, though he logged a limited practice session Wednesday. Ultimately, Brandel should suit up Sunday against Washington as long as he has indeed cleared protocol by then.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Entered into concussion protocol Brandel is in concussion protocol, but was symptom-free Monday, Emily Leiker of The Minnesota Star Tribune reports.

Impact Brandel appears to have suffered a concussion in Sunday's 26-0 loss to the Seahawks, and he will have to clear concussion protocol in order to be available for the team's matchup with Washington in Week 14. With Ryan Kelly (hip) also banged up, Minnesota could be thin at center against the Commanders.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings realize reasons for reeling offense run much deeper than QB inexperience

The glaring inexperience at quarterback has ultimately doomed the Minnesota Vikings this season

DECEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Vikings return center Ryan Kelly to practice, after latest concussion sidelined veteran 5 games ago

The Minnesota Vikings have designated center Ryan Kelly for return from injured reserve by opening his practice window in a significant step forward with their careful approach to...

NOVEMBER 12 • Associated Press

Minnesota Vikings Team Press Conferences | Week 9 vs. Lions | October 30 Vikings CB Byron Murphy Jr., DL Jalen Remond, OL Blake Brandel and DL Jonathan Hargrave addressed the media from the TCO Performance Center...

OCTOBER 31 • VIKINGS.COM

Blake Brandel only needed 2 games to turn a Vikings risk into a disaster Minnesota Vikings backup center Blake Brandel struggled mightily in the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles that shows how much they need Ryan K...

OCTOBER 22 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Vikings making bad habit of situational struggles, with red zone woes the latest to land on the list

The Minnesota Vikings under coach Kevin O’Connell have focused and prided themselves on situational mastery from third downs to special teams to the red zone

OCTOBER 20 • Associated Press

Six red zone trips and just 1 touchdown is the story of what went wrong for the Vikings vs Eagles

The story of the game for Minnesota in its 28-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles was the Vikings' struggle in the red zone

OCTOBER 19 • Associated Press

Jalen Hurts jump-starts the Eagles by passing for 326 yards and 3 TDs in a 28-22 win vs. Vikings

Jalen Hurts gave his lagging offense a jolt by throwing for 326 yards and three touchdowns, Jalyx Hunt returned an interception for a score, and the Philadelphia Eagles rebounded f...

OCTOBER 19 • Associated Press

Eagles emerge from sobering self-reflection, eager to see what's been fixed vs. well-rested Vikings

The Philadelphia Eagles have had extra time to try to get back on track with a 10-day break between a humbling loss to the New York Giants and their game at Minnesota on Sunday

OCTOBER 16 • Associated Press

Vikings lean again on strong team chemistry to fuel clutch win despite adverse circumstances

The Minnesota Vikings showed again their hidden strength of being able to win close games in adverse conditions by beating the Cleveland Browns at the end of a difficult 10-day roa...

OCTOBER 6 • Associated Press

Six Vikings, including J.J. McCarthy and four offensive linemen, are out of action Sunday Against the Browns in London, the Vikings turn to veteran Blake Brandel for his first start at center and rookie guard Joe Huber in his firs...

OCTOBER 3 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Vikings' injury nightmare forcing desperate move just before Browns game Minnesota Vikings offensive lineman Blake Brandel is getting reps at center as the team prepares to face the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

OCTOBER 2 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Vikings backup center Michael Jurgens joins the offensive line injury list Five offensive linemen were held out of practice Wednesday, when Blake Brandel, who has already played guard and tackle this season, took fi...

OCTOBER 1 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Blake Brandel only needed 26 snaps to reaffirm his value to Vikings' offense Blake Brandel is stepping back in at LG for the Minnesota Vikings for Week 4, and history shows he thrives when paired with LT Christian Dar...

SEPTEMBER 23 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Bengals-Vikings game highlights friendly Chase-Jefferson rivalry for NFL pass-catching superiority

Cincinnati Bengals star Ja'Marr Chase says he won't hesitate to break out Justin Jefferson's signature touchdown celebration if he scores in the game at Minnesota on Sunday

SEPTEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Vikings get Ohio State guard Donovan Jackson in NFL draft with 24th pick

The Minnesota Vikings have selected Ohio State guard Donovan Jackson with the 24th pick in the NFL draft to complete an offseason overhaul of the interior of their offensive line

APRIL 25 • Associated Press

2024 in Photos: Blake Brandel View photos of Vikings G Blake Brandel during the 2024 season.

APRIL 18 • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings eye defensive backs in NFL draft, with potential to find successor for Harrison Smith

Offseason roster arrangement for the Minnesota Vikings over the past few years has included a running theme of whether Harrison Smith will retire or return

APRIL 17 • Associated Press

Vikings acquire left tackle Robinson in trade with Jaguars after Darrisaw's season-ending injury

The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms with the Jacksonville Jaguars on a trade to acquire eight-year veteran left tackle Cam Robinson following the season-ending injury for st...

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • Associated Press

Vikings left guard Blake Brandel is a willing and experienced option to replace Christian Darrisaw With left tackle Christian Darrisaw out for the season, the Vikings are “still figuring it out” on their offensive line ahead of Sunday’s ga...

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Darnold, O'Connell not blaming missed face mask call as reason why Vikings lost to Rams

Minnesota quarterback Sam Darnold didn’t blame the officials for a missed face mask call when he was sacked for a safety late in the fourth quarter of the Vikings' 30-20 loss to th...

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • Associated Press

Sunday's three most valuable Vikings? Blake Brandel, Garrett Bradbury and Ed Ingram On the NFL Insider: The Vikings need to transition from a team that talks about running the football to one that actually can run the footba...

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Vikings Media Availability: Blake Brandel and Josh Metellus Vikings Blake Brandel and Josh Metellus addressed the media from the TCO Performance Center on Tuesday.

AUGUST 7, 2024 • VIKINGS.COM

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