Not how they drew it up
A projected depth chart from early August looks like ancient Vikings history. As many as five probable starters could be lost for the season. And it's fair to say only two of these players — Kyle Rudolph and Alex Boone — finished Sunday's game in a manner predictable on Aug. 1:
Pos.Early August starterSunday vs. Houston
QBTeddy BridgewaterInjured reserve; out for season
RBAdrian PetersonInjured reserve; could return
WRStefon DiggsDid not play, injury
WRCharles JohnsonFormer No. 2 guy played only 12 snaps
TEKyle RudolphQuiet game, but strong season so far
TERhett EllisonDid not play, injury
LTMatt KalilInjured reserve; likely out for season
LGAlex BooneBattling injuries but keeps playing
CJohn SullivanReleased in late August
RGBrandon FuscoSuffered concussion on first drive
RTAndre SmithDid not play, injury; now on IR