The Minnesota Vikings host the Philadelphia Eagles this Sunday in a pivotal Week 7 matchup at U.S. Bank Stadium. Minnesota enters the game seeking its fourth win in five games, while the Eagles are in the midst of a rare two-game slump and desperate to regain rhythm on offense. Philadelphia’s attack has struggled on third downs and ranks near the bottom of the league in yards per play through six weeks.​​

The Vikings, led by a surging defense, have been formidable at home — allowing under 20 points per game and ranking among the top ten in third-down defense and red-zone efficiency. With J.J. McCarthy still limited but trending toward starting, Minnesota hopes to exploit a vulnerable Philadelphia secondary that has been inconsistent without its key defensive starters.​

Minnesota Vikings Injury Report (as of October 17, 2025)

  • QB J.J. McCarthy – Limited (ankle); expected to miss, Questionable

  • QB Carson Wentz – Full participant, Active

  • DE Jonathan Greenard – FP (hamstring) - active

  • LB Blake Cashman – FP (hamstring) Questionable

  • DL Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins (DL) - LP (Hip) Questionable

  • OLB Tyler Batty - FP (Knee) Questionable

  • LB Andrew Van Ginkel – LP (neck) OUT

  • LG Donovan Jackson – Full participant (wrist) Active

  • RT Brian O'Neill – Limited participant (knee), Questionable

  • C Michael Jurgens - Full participant (hamstring) Questionable

The Vikings’ offensive line looks healthier than recent weeks, and Jonathan Greenard’s return could bolster their edge presence against Jalen Hurts.​

Philadelphia Eagles Injury Report (as of October 17, 2025)

  • DT Jalen Carter – Limited (heel); expected to play, Questionable

  • CB Quinyon Mitchell – Full (hamstring)

  • G Landon Dickerson – FP Friday (ankle); Likely to play, Questionable

  • DT Jordan Davis – Full (shoulder)

  • LB Zack Baun – Full (finger)

  • TE Grant Calcaterra – Did Not Practice (oblique); Out

  • OT Myles Hinton – IR (undisclosed)

  • G Willie Lampkin – IR (leg)

  • LB Nolan Smith – IR (triceps)

  • WR Johnny Wilson – IR (knee)

Philadelphia’s defensive front appears nearly full strength with Carter and Davis trending toward suiting up.

Impact of the Injuries

For Minnesota, it's looking like Carson Wentz will start again, expect a heavier reliance on Jordan Mason and short passing to Jordan Addison and T.J. Hockenson. Defensively, the potential absences or limitations of Cashman and Van Ginkel could expose the middle against Hurts’ scrambles.

On the Eagles’ side, the biggest storyline is the trench battle. Landon Dickerson’s questionable status could weaken protection for Hurts against Minnesota’s blistering interior rush. Jalen Carter’s potential return offsets that slightly, but if he’s not 100%, the Eagles risk ceding running room to Mason and Aaron Jones. The improved health of Quinyon Mitchell and Jordan Davis should help slow Minnesota’s balanced attack.

Prediction and Outlook

This game features two teams trending in opposite directions. The Eagles have slight health advantage and are favored by just two points. Minnesota’s balance and strong home-field advantage give them a great chance, especially if the Eagles’ offensive rhythm doesn’t return. Expect a close contest!

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