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