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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 23: Head coach Kevin O'Connell of the Minnesota Vikings looks on before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on October 23, 2025 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) Getty
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin OâConnell discussed the injury to safety Jamal Adams and what the X-rays revealed. He spoke to the media with an unfortunate prognosis following the Vikings’ preseason 13-10 win over the New York Giants.
Adams appeared as though he stumbled on a crossing route in an effort to cover Calvin Austin III. Â Adams stayed down and grabbed his lower half. Several teammates went over to the medical tent to check on Adams, in what was a somber scene.
Not much was known about Adamsâ status at the time. With that being said, OâConnell was able to provide an update following the game. The Athleticâs Alec Lewis reported this.
Vikings HC Kevin OâConnell says S Jamal Adams has a right knee injury. Said initial imaging didnât look good. Brutal.
— Alec Lewis (@alec_lewis) August 15, 2026
Difficult News For Vikings Defense
This injury was certainly a brutal blow for many reasons. For one, it leaves the Vikings safety room with a bit of a depth issue. There is still no definitive update on whether Harrison Smith will come back to the team.
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