Vikings make expected roster move to replace pivotal player heading into Week 12 vs. Bears

The Minnesota Vikings have gone back to the well of elevating two players heading into their week 12 matchup against the Chicago Bears, but they did it in a different fashion. The Vikings have elevated long snapper Jake McQuaide from the practice squad and activated tight end Nick Muse from injured reserve. They alson officially […]

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Aug 26, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end Nick Muse (34) runs the ball after a pass reception as Arizona Cardinals safety Jovante Moffatt (38) makes the tackle and linebacker Cameron Thomas (97) moves in during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium.
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The Minnesota Vikings have gone back to the well of elevating two players heading into their week 12 matchup against the Chicago Bears, but they did it in a different fashion.

The Vikings have elevated long snapper Jake McQuaide from the practice squad and activated tight end Nick Muse from injured reserve. They alson officially announced the waiving of cornerback Akayleb Evans.

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The move wasn't too much of a surprisewith the activation of Muse. Tight end Josh Oliver was ruled out on Friday with wrist and ankle injuries after not practicing all week. His loss will be felt in all three phases, as Oliver can routinely be asked to block edge rushers.

Muse's return comes at the perfect time with Oliver's injury. He wasn't used much on offense in the two gmes but is likely to see some playing time on Sunday, as he's arguably a better run blocker than Johnny Mundt.

The Vikings just used the last elevation for McQuaide, meaning he will need to go to the active roster for next week's game.

The Vikings and Bears kick off at noon on Sunday.