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Donovan Jackson on 2026 Rookie Offensive Lineman & Year 2 Improvement Vikings offensive lineman Donovan Jackson addressed the media following OTA practice on May 27 at the TCO Performance Center.

4 DAYS AGO • VIKINGS.COM

Upgrades to full practice Thursday Jackson (ankle) was a full practice participant Thursday.

Impact Jackson hurt his ankle Week 12 against Green Bay and didn't play the following Sunday versus Seattle. However, he was able to return to action this past Sunday against Washington and played all 64 of the Vikings' offensive snaps. With a full practice under his belt Thursday, Jackson should be good to face the Cowboys this Sunday.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Wednesday Jackson (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Jackson played through his ankle issue Week 14 against the Commanders, and he'll work to gain clearance again for Sunday's matchup against the Cowboys. The rookie first-rounder has impressed as a pass blocker as Minnesota's starting left guard.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared play play Week 14 Jackson (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Commanders, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official site reports.

Impact The rookie first-rounder has been cleared to return from a one-game absence due to an ankle injury. Jackson will return to his starting job at left guard while Blake Brandel provides depth at the position.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Jackson (ankle) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Commanders.

Impact Jackson was sidelined in Week 13 at Seattle with the ankle injury he suffered in Week 12 at Green Bay, and it seems his availability in Week 14 is close to a coin-flip proposition. If he can't suit up Sunday, Blake Brandel would project to make another start at guard.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bumps up to limited practice Jackson (ankle) was a limited participant in practice Thursday.

Impact Jackson injured his ankle against Green Bay in Week 12 and missed this past Sunday's matchup against Seattle. He didn't practice to begin this week of prep, but a limited session Thursday improves his outlook for Sunday's game against Washington. Still, Jackson will probably enter the weekend with an injury designation if he isn't able to upgrade to full participation Friday.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DNP to start week Jackson (ankle) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice.

Impact Jackson suffered this injury in Week 12, and he was unable to play last week versus the Seahawks. According to Alec Lewis of The Athletic, Jackson will be re-evaluated towards to end of the week to better understand his chances of playing Sunday versus the Commanders.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • 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, 2025 • Associated Press

Vikings to start Max Brosmer at quarterback against the Seahawks

The Minnesota Vikings will start rookie Max Brosmer at quarterback on Sunday at Seattle after J

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Out for Week 13 Jackson (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Seahawks, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The 2025 first-round pick from Ohio State is now in line to miss his third game of the season due to an ankle injury sustained in the Week 12 loss to the Packers. While Jackson is sidelined Sunday, expect Joe Huber to start at left guard.

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from practice Wednesday Jackson (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday.

Impact Jackson suffered the ankle injury in the second half of last Sunday's loss to the Packers and was unable to return. Blake Brandel filled in at left guard and would likely make the start there if Jackson is unable to play against Seattle on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

McCarthy still in concussion protocol, limited in practice for Vikings with status for week unclear

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NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

McCarthy, Vikings offense struggle in 2nd half against Packers

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Emanuel Wilson runs for 107 yards and 2 TDs as Packers pound Vikings 23-6

Emanuel Wilson rushed for a career-high 107 yards and two touchdowns in his first career start and the Green Bay Packers defeated the Minnesota Vikings 23-6

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return vs. Green Bay Jackson (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Packers.

Impact Jackson sustained an ankle injury in the second half, which has been deemed my medical staff severe enough for him to not return. Blake Brandel will serve at left guard for the rest of Sunday's game.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Packers' Josh Jacobs inactive against Vikings because of left knee injury

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs will miss Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings as he recovers from a bruised left knee

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

The Vikings' biggest 2025 silver lining just became undeniable A real 2025 bright spot is taking shape for the Minnesota Vikings, with rookie guard Donovan Jackson quickly proving he’s a foundational pie...

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • THEVIKINGAGE.COM

Vikings are ramping up their running game as Aaron Jones relishes a return to Lambeau Field

The effectiveness of Minnesota's running game last week provided a blueprint for coach Kevin O’Connell as he tries to balance quarterback J

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Minnesota Vikings Team Press Conferences | Week 12 vs. Packers | November 17 Vikings OL lineman Donovan Jackson and WR Adam Thielen spoke with the media at TCO Performance Center ahead of the Week 12 game against the...

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • VIKINGS.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, 2025 • Associated Press

Full practice Thursday Jackson (wrist) was a full participant at practice Thursday.

Impact Jackson was forced to miss the team's last two games prior to their bye week in Week 6 due to a wrist injury, which required surgery in late September. The offensive lineman opened the week as a limited participant, but he now appears to be a full go for Week 7. Jackson will be back in his starting role at left guard against the Eagles on Sunday.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings starting offensive line is slowly getting back together, but who's at center? Right tackle Brian O’Neill and left guard Donovan Jackson are back practicing, potentially leaving only center Ryan Kelly, who’s on injured...

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Vikings welcome McCarthy back to practice but won't commit yet to starting QB this week vs. Eagles

The Minnesota Vikings returned from their bye week not yet ready to rule J

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • 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, 2025 • Associated Press

Conklin and Newsome II active for Browns vs Vikings in London

Browns offensive tackle Jack Conklin (elbow) and cornerback Greg Newsome II (hamstring) were both active for Cleveland’s game against the Minnesota Vikings at Tottenham Hotspur Sta...

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

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