EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings on Saturday activated linebacker Blake Cashman from injured reserve, getting the important thing defensive participant again for the primary time since their opening recreation of the season.

Cashman, who suffered a hamstring damage whereas chasing Bears quarterback Caleb Williams to the sideline in Week 1, is anticipated to begin Sunday’s recreation towards the Philadelphia Eagles at U.S. Financial institution Stadium.

He opened the season because the Vikings’ defensive playcaller, seeing motion on 47 defensive snaps and making three tackles in a victory towards the Bears. Veteran Eric Wilson had changed him within the beginning lineup, and Wilson may stay within the defensive rotation alongside Cashman and inside linebacker Ivan Tempo Jr.

Accidents have plagued Cashman all through his profession, however he has been a worthwhile addition for the reason that Vikings signed him earlier than the 2024 season. They’re 13-1 in video games he has began and 4-4 in these he has missed.