Minnesota‘s LB Wonnum has a partially torn quad

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

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The linebacker’s hip flexor has remained intact, however, and the player is seeking a 2^nd 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 4^th quarter.

Wonnum is having his best campaign since Minnesota picked him in the 4^th round of the 2020 NFL Draft, posting a career-high in tackles (62) in 15 matches (14 from the 1^st minute on the field). D.J.’s 8 sacks tie his career high.