JALEN NAILOR NEWS

Strong showing in first preseason game Nailor had three receptions for 63 yards on four targets in Saturday's preseason win over Las Vegas.

Impact Nailor started at wider receiver with J.J. Jefferson sitting out the game. He has drawn raves in camp for his play and backed it up with a strong performance. His only blemish was being unable to bring in a catchable ball in the end zone on fourth and goal in traffic. Brandon Powell didn't have a target or reception in the game. Nailor looks like he has a large lead for the No. 3 receiver role, which could have significant fantasy value with tight end T.J. Hockenson likely to miss several games in coming back from January surgery for a torn ACL and Jordan Addison facing a potential suspension for a DUI charge.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Vikings Media Availability: Jalen Nailor, Brandon Powell and Fabian Moreau Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor, WR Brandon Powell and CB Fabian Moreau addressed the media from the TCO Performance Center on Wednesday.

AUGUST 7 • VIKINGS.COM

Listed as co-starter at No. 3 WR Nailor and Brandon Powell are both listed as the No. 3 receiver for the Vikings on the team's first unofficial depth chart of the preseason. In 11 personnel groupings this summer,...

Impact Nailor has had a strong camp and is seen by most observers as having the job to lose at this point. However, it's still early in camp as preseason games begin. Whoever wins the role could have significant fantasy value early in the season with the Vikings possibly utilizing a third receiver more than in the recent past with tight end T.J. Hockenson likely to miss several games in coming back from January surgery for a torn ACL.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Former MSU WR Jalen Nailor 'puts on show' at Vikings training camp Former speedster Michigan State wide receiver Jalen Nailor is having a strong start to training camp

JULY 28 • USATODAY.COM

Could be favorite for No. 3 WR role Nailor is likely the internal favorite to be Minnesota's No. 3 receiver at this stage of training camp, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

Impact It's early in the competition for the third receiver role, but it was thought Brandon Powell had a lead for the job at the start of training camp. It's also possible the Vikings bring in another veteran to compete for the sport. Nailor showed improvement in a limited sample size in his third season last year (12 catches for 208 yards and a touchdown on 19 targets) and has drawn praise early in camp, but the competition is wide open against Brandon Powell and Trent Sherfield. Whoever wins the role could get a significant number of targets early in the season with tight end T.J. Hockenson likely to miss several games in coming back from January surgery for a torn ACL.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings Media Availability: Chandler, Cashman and Nailor Watch as Minnesota Vikings players RB Ty Chandler, LB Blake Cashman and WR Jalen Nailor addressed the media from the TCO Performance Center...

JULY 28 • VIKINGS.COM

3 Observations: Harrison Smith & Theo Jackson Pick Passes; Jalen Nailor's Day Minnesota Vikings Latest News

JULY 27 • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings Place Jalen Nailor on Injured Reserve, Sign Lucky Jackson, Elevate 2 Corners for Week 18 Minnesota Vikings Latest News

JANUARY 6 • VIKINGS.COM

Still recovering from concussion Nailor (concussion) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's injury report.

Impact Nailor has missed all of the Vikings' last three games, and he's apparently still in concussion protocol to start the new week of practice. He'll likely have to practice Thursday or Friday to have any chance to suit up in Week 18.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Still not practicing Nailor (concussion) was tagged with a DNP on Wednesday's estimated practice report.

Impact The Vikings held a walkthrough Wednesday, so Nailor's inability to practice is an estimation. The wide receiver entered concussion protocol Dec. 10 and missed Saturday's Week 15 loss to Cincinnati as a result. Nailor will need to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol before he's eligible to return to game action.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Nailor's first catch of 2023 goes for 17 yards The first catch of Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jalen Nailor's 2023 season goes for 17 yards.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • NFL.COM

Won't return this week Nailor (hamstring ) is inactive Sunday against the Falcons.

Impact Nailor was activated from injured reserve this week and was able to log consecutive full practices, but he won't suit up against Atlanta. His next opportunity to play will be Week 10 against the Saints.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Activated off IR Nailor (hamstring) was activated to the Vikings' 53-man roster Saturday.

Impact It seems as if the 24-year-old wideout has moved past his hamstring issue, and he's in line to make his first appearance since Minnesota's Week 2 loss to the Eagles this Sunday. Nailor has primarily been a special-teamer for the Vikings, recording only one offensive snap before his injury.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Nailor (hamstring) won't play Sunday versus the Packers, Andrew Krammer of the Star Tribune reports.

Impact Nailor will miss back-to-back games after being designated to return from injured reserve during Week 7 prep. If he doesn't return to action Week 9 versus Atlanta, Nailor will revert back to IR for the remainder of the campaign.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially cleared Nailor (hamstring) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Packers, Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Nailor was designated to return from injured reserve during Week 7 prep but didn't suit up for Minnesota's win over San Francisco on Monday night. He was a limited participant during Week 8 prep but is officially cleared to make his first appearance since Week 2. Nailor played primarily on special teams during the first two games of the season, but he could get some offensive snaps with Justin Jefferson (hamstring) still on injured reserve.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday at Packers Nailor (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Green Bay.

Impact Nailor appeared to be close to coming back in Week 7, so it seems he has a good shot to suit up in Week 8. If he plays Sunday, it will likely be exclusively on special teams.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chance to play Monday Nailor (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday night's game against San Francisco.

Impact The 24-year-old wideout was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, and he logged three limited practices throughout the week. If Nailor is able to suit up Monday night, he'll likely play the majority of his snaps on special teams, as he played on only six percent of the Vikings' offensive snaps last season.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited practice Thursday Nailor (hamstring) was a limited participant at the Vikings' practice Thursday.

Impact Nailor was able to log a second straight day of practice with Minnesota after being designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday. The wide receiver has been unavailable since Sept. 21 while dealing with a hamstring injury. If Nailor can increase his workload at practice the rest of the week, he could return for Monday's matchup with San Francisco.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Activation window opens Nailor (hamstring) was designated for return from injured reserve Wednesday.

Impact Nailor returned to practice Wednesday, opening the 21-day window for Minnesota to re-add the wide receiver to the 53-man roster. He was limited exclusively to special teams work in two games prior to getting hurt, but if Nailor's activated before Monday's game against the 49ers, he could factor into a Vikings receiving corps that's without Justin Jefferson (hamstring).

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings Place WR Jalen Nailor on IR; Finalize Trade for RB Cam Akers Minnesota Vikings Latest News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • VIKINGS.COM

Vikings WR Jalen Nailor dealing with leg injury, says Kevin O'Connell Nailor has been an impressive player in practices throughout this offseason.

JULY 31, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Vikings roster countdown: No. 83 Jalen Nailor — WR4 in year 2? Nailor was a standout during offseason practices, making plays all over the field.

JULY 17, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

WATCH: Kirk Cousins to Jalen Nailor connection is working The Kirk Cousins to Jalen Nailor connection is something we could used to

MAY 31, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Vikings WR Jalen Nailor takes step forward, Josh Metellus impresses and more from OTAs Safety Cam Bynum will likely play multiple positions in Brian Flores' new defense, while Metellus is getting snaps with the first string.

MAY 31, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Has four receptions in win Nailor reeled in 4 of 5 targets for 62 yards during Sunday's 29-13 win versus the Bears.

Impact Nailor got playing time in the second half after starters were rested ahead of the playoffs. Nailor has seven receptions for 151 yards and a touchdown in his last two games. Although almost all his playing time was in garbage time, he still showed enough to put him in a good spot to compete for a larger role in 2023.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE