Six Vikings held out of practice, including Alex Boone and Eric Kendricks

Guard Alex Boone, linebacker Eric Kendricks and defensive tackle Tom Johnson were unable to practice Wednesday because of brain injuries.

November 2, 2016 at 10:22PM
Vikings offensive guard Alex Boone (76), along with linebacker Eric Kendricks and defensive tackle Tom Johnson, were unable to practice Wednesday because of brain injuries. Boone was the only player announced to have a concussion during the Vikings' 20-10 loss to the Bears on Monday night.
Vikings offensive guard Alex Boone (76), along with linebacker Eric Kendricks and defensive tackle Tom Johnson, were unable to practice Wednesday because of brain injuries. Boone was the only player announced to have a concussion during the Vikings’ 20-10 loss to the Bears on Monday night. (Brian Wicker — Associated Press file/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Three Vikings are in the concussion protocol and were among the six players held out of Wednesday's practice.

Guard Alex Boone, linebacker Eric Kendricks and defensive tackle Tom Johnson were unable to practice due to brain injuries. Boone was the only player announced to have a concussion during the Vikings' 20-10 loss to the Bears on Monday night.

Running back Jerick McKinnon is still being held out of practice since injuring his ankle against the Eagles on Oct. 23.

The good news for the Vikings is safety Andrew Sendejo (knee) and punt returner Marcus Sherels (wrist) returned to practice on Wednesday. Both were limited in practice.

Cornerback Captain Munnerlyn (foot) was able to practice on a limited basis, indicating his postgame X-rays in Chicago didn't show anything that will keep him out long-term. Cornerback Xavier Rhodes (calf) was also limited on Wednesday.

Linebacker Anthony Barr was limited in practice because of a groin injury.

Offensive lineman Zac Kerin (hand) and defensive tackle Sharrif Floyd (knee) were also held out of practice.

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Andrew Krammer

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Andrew Krammer covers the Vikings for the Minnesota Star Tribune, entering his sixth NFL season. From the Metrodome to U.S. Bank Stadium, he's reported on everything from Case Keenum's Minneapolis Miracle, the offensive line's kangaroo court to Adrian Peterson's suspension.

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