Demond Claiborne - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Inactive for Week 7 Claiborne (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts.

Impact Claiborne is a healthy scratch for Week 7 due to the return of Jordan Mason. Mason has recovered from his thumb injury and is all set to resume his role as the backup running back to Aaron Jones, making Claiborne largely obsolete for the Vikings' offense.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Why Demond Claiborne Has Already Been the Biggest Letdown of Vikings' 2026 Draft Class Demond Claiborne hasn't lived up to the preseason hype, making the rookie RB easily the most disappointing pick from the Vikings' 2026 draft...

OCTOBER 7 • SI.COM

Quiet outing in win Claiborne carried the ball three times for 12 yards during Minnesota's win over the Dolphins on Sunday.

Impact Claiborne continued to serve a limited role behind Aaron Jones even with Jordan Mason (thumb) on injured reserve. Claiborne will look to be more involved offensively during next week's matchup versus the Saints.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings' run game needs Demond Claiborne to live up to the hype The Minnesota Vikings could get a big lift on the ground if rookie running back Demond Claiborne shakes off his early struggles.

OCTOBER 3 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

What Vikings' New RB Arrivals Could Mean for Demond Claiborne's Outlook in Week 4 and Beyond Sports Illustrated's Jason Harmon breaks down what to make of rookie Demond Claiborne's outlook after the Vikings added multiple RBs to the...

OCTOBER 1 • SI.COM

Coller's Vikings Mailbag: Is It Time for Demond Claiborne to See the Field? Sports Illustrated's Matthew Coller is here with his Vikings mailbag, which includes a question about rookie RB Demond Claiborne's playing t...

SEPTEMBER 25 • SI.COM

Vikings veteran Aaron Jones has a knee injury to work through after his 23-carry, 105-yard game

The productivity Aaron Jones gave the Minnesota Vikings last week has come with a price with a knee injury

SEPTEMBER 23 • Associated Press

Minimal usage in win Claiborne caught his sole target for two yards in Sunday's 9-3 win over the Bears.

Impact Claiborne is the No. 2 running back behind Aaron Jones while Jordan Mason (thumb) recovers on IR. The 22-year-old saw just two offensive snaps in Sunday's game, meaning DeeJay Dallas could have a shot at claiming the backup role from the sixth-rounder in the future.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Demond Claiborne Deserves a Bigger Role With Vikings Despite Quiet Week 2 Demond Claiborne didn't do much against the Bears in Week 2, but that doesn't mean the rookie can't have a bigger role in the Vikings' offen...

SEPTEMBER 20 • SI.COM

Demond Claiborne could give Vikings needed burst after Jordan Mason injury Jordan Mason’s injury could open a larger role for Demond Claiborne as the Minnesota Vikings look for more burst in their running game.

SEPTEMBER 17 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

In line for larger role sans Mason Claiborne was a healthy scratch for the Vikings' Week 1 win over the Packers, but he's in line for a larger role for at least the next four games after Jordan Mason (thumb) was pla...

Impact Mason, Aaron Jones and Deejay Dallas were Minnesota's three active running backs for Sunday's 39-22 win over Green Bay, with Claiborne observing the game in street clothes. Mason's injury means Jones is the clear RB1 on the roster while the former is sidelined, but Claiborne will be in the mix for backup duties, with Dallas -- who was signed to the Vikings' active roster from the practice squad Wednesday -- being the rookie sixth-rounder's main competition. The Vikings hit the road for a Week 2, NFC North tilt this Sunday against the Bears, whose defense gave up 478 total yards -- including 125 rushing yards -- to the Panthers in a 59-37 Week 1 win for Chicago.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota Vikings Team Press Conferences | Week 2 vs. Chicago Bears | September 16 Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith, outside linebacker Dallas Turner, tackle Christian Darrisaw, cornerback Isaiah Rodgers, guard Will...

SEPTEMBER 16 • VIKINGS.COM

Murray joins Vikings for limited practice in his concussion recovery; Mason out with broken thumb

Kyler Murray was well enough to join the Minnesota Vikings for practice on a limited basis to leave open the possibility he could progress through the NFL concussion protocol to pl...

SEPTEMBER 16 • Associated Press

Won't make NFL debut Week 1 Claiborne (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Packers, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official site reports.

Impact Claiborne, a sixth-round selection of the Vikings in the 2026 NFL Draft, will have to wait until Week 2 against the Bears on Sunday, Sept. 20, to make his regular-season debut. With Claiborne inactive for Week 1, DeeJay Dallas will serve as the Vikings' RB3 behind Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings aim for a ramped-up running game, behind a healthy offensive line and a strategic shift

The Minnesota Vikings have taken a more aggressive approach to improving their rushing attack

SEPTEMBER 11 • Associated Press

Does little with eight carries Claiborne rushed eight times for 21 yards in the Vikings' 34-6 preseason loss to the Broncos on Friday. He also returned two kickoffs for 55 yards.

Impact The rookie sixth-round pick drew the start and carried the ball on the Vikings' first two plays from scrimmage. Claiborne was given ample opportunity this preseason, rushing 28 times for 73 yards and adding a seven-yard reception on his only target. While Claiborne found running room at a premium, he did average 25.2 yards on his five kickoff returns, and special teams may be his ticket to a spot on the initial 53-man roster.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Demond Claiborne Arriving for Preseason Game vs. Broncos 👊

AUGUST 28 • YOUTUBE

Vikings rookie looks nowhere near ready for a Week 1 Packers test The Minnesota Vikings face an RB3 decision as Demond Claiborne’s speed competes with concerns about his vision, strength and pass protection...

AUGUST 24 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Bottled up in preseason loss Claiborne turned eight carries into 18 yards and caught his lone target for seven yards during the Vikings' 13-3 loss to the Ravens on Saturday. He also returned one kickoff for 21...

Impact The rookie sixth-rounder was listed as the starter while veterans Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason observed Saturday's game from the sidelines. Claiborne's longest carry of the night went for nine yards, but he combined for only 9 yards over his other seven rushes. Through two preseason games, the Wake Forest product has turned 20 carries into 52 yards (2.6 YPC) while adding 71 yards on three kickoff returns. Jones and Mason both figure to see the bulk of the Vikings' workload out of the backfield this season, so most of Claiborne's playing time may come on special teams as a returner on kickoffs.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

One Aaron Jones concern could reshape the Vikings' final roster Aaron Jones remains Minnesota's top pass-down back, but Jordan Mason and Demond Claiborne's limitations could push the Minnesota Vikings to...

AUGUST 21 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

4 Things I'm Watching For in Vikings' Preseason Game vs. Ravens (Demond Claiborne Among Must-See Players) Vikings fans have four significant things to look out for during Saturday's preseason meeting with the Ravens. Find out what's worth monitor...

AUGUST 21 • SI.COM

Vikings Preseason RB Report Card: A Logjam in the Backfield Leads to Mixed Grades A look at early grades for every running back on the Vikings' roster, ranging from veteran Aaron Jones to rookie Demond Claiborne.

AUGUST 21 • SI.COM

Kevin O'Connell puts Demond Claiborne on notice with crystal clear message Minnesota Vikings rookie RB Demond Claiborne has game-changing speed, but there's a weakness of his that is preventing him from climbing the...

AUGUST 21 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Vikings rookie got a harsh preseason reality check in his first NFL appearance Minnesota Vikings rookie Demond Claiborne was hoping to make a good impression, but instead he looked like what he is -- a first-year player...

AUGUST 18 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Demond Claiborne's Outlook Could Skyrocket After Role in Vikings' Win vs. Giants All signs from the Vikings' preseason opener indicate that head coach Kevin O'Connell & Co. have high expectations for rookie running back D...

AUGUST 17 • SI.COM

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Vikings veteran Aaron Jones has a knee injury to work through after his 23-carry, 105-yard game

Murray joins Vikings for limited practice in his concussion recovery; Mason out with broken thumb

Vikings aim for a ramped-up running game, behind a healthy offensive line and a strategic shift