Minnesota Vikings outside LB D.J. Wonnum has a partially torn quad and almost certainly will undergo the procedure.
Source: #Vikings LB D.J. Wonnum likely needs surgery for quad injury but hip flexor is intact. Player getting second opinions. https://t.co/tOu5eFUKxW
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) December 25, 2023
The linebacker’s hip flexor has remained intact, however, and the player is seeking a 2nd opinion before making a final decision about surgery.
The NFL franchise from Minnesota is also bracing for bad news with TE T.J. Hockenson, who will have an MRI exam today for a knee problem.
D.J. left yesterday’s 30-24 defeat against the Detroit Lions after having a non-contact problem to his left leg while the linebacker attempted to rush the passer in the 4th quarter.
Wonnum is having his best campaign since Minnesota picked him in the 4th round of the 2020 NFL Draft, posting a career-high in tackles (62) in 15 matches (14 from the 1st minute on the field). D.J.’s 8 sacks tie his career high.