Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson is expected to play in Week 10 against the New Orleans Saints, despite being limited in practice all week with a rib injury. Hockenson earned a questionable designation on Friday, but he is expected to be active on Sunday.
Hockenson’s presence will be a boost for the Vikings, who are preparing for their first game with quarterback Joshua Dobbs as the starter. Dobbs was acquired from the Detroit Lions at the trade deadline, and he is expected to make his first start for Minnesota on Sunday.
Hockenson has been one of the Vikings’ most reliable targets this season, catching 60 passes for 547 yards and three touchdowns. He is also a key blocker in the running game.
In other injury news, Baltimore Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell (hamstring) is expected to play against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase (back) is considered 50-50 to play against the Houston Texans. Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (shoulder) is unlikely to play against the New York Giants. San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams (ankle) faces an uphill battle to play against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill (ankle) appears to be a long shot to be active against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Washington Commanders wide receiver Curtis Samuel (toe) is expected to play against the Seattle Seahawks.
**Key Takeaways:**
* Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson is expected to play vs. Saints despite a rib injury.
* Ravens RB Keaton Mitchell (hamstring) is expected to play vs. Browns.
* Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase (back) is 50-50 to play vs. Texans.
* Cowboys WR KaVontae Turpin (shoulder) is unlikely to play vs. Giants.
* 49ers LT Trent Williams (ankle) faces an uphill battle to play vs. Jaguars.
* Titans QB Ryan Tannehill (ankle) is unlikely to be active vs. Buccaneers.
* Commanders WR Curtis Samuel (toe) is expected to play vs. Seahawks.