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Vikings LB Jamal Adams Carted Off With Knee Injury in Preseason Debut

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Jamal Adams was carted off during Minnesota’s 13-10 preseason victory over the New York Giants on Saturday after suffering a non-contact right knee injury. The veteran defender stumbled while covering Giants receiver Calvin Austin III during the second quarter and remained down before entering the medical tent. He was later taken from the field on a cart for further evaluation. The Vikings had not announced the injury’s severity or recovery timetable as of the latest available reports. Adams, 30, was making his Minnesota debut after signing July 28. The former Jets and Seahawks safety converted to linebacker with the Raiders in 2025 and appeared in all 17 games last season. He played 11 defensive snaps and recorded one tackle before leaving Saturday’s game. Coach Kevin O’Connell expressed support for Adams afterward and said Minnesota would need other players to step up. No timetable was announced after the game, Minnesota said.

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Timeline of Events

On April 27, 2017, Jets selected Adams sixth from LSU. On December 18, 2019, Adams earned his first All-Pro selection. On July 25, 2020, Seahawks acquired Adams from New York. On September 12, 2022, Adams suffered a season-ending quadriceps injury. On March 5, 2024, Seahawks released Adams after four seasons. On August 2025, Raiders converted Adams to linebacker for seasons
On July 28, 2026, Vikings signed Jamal Adams before camp. On August 8, 2026, Vikings highlighted Adams' versatility at safety. On August 12, 2026, Vikings listed Adams second at safety. On August 15, 2026, Adams injured right knee against Giants. On August 15, 2026, Vikings beat Giants 13-10 in preseason. On August 15, 2026, O'Connell said Vikings would miss Adams. On August 15, 2026, team confirmed a right knee diagnosis.
In coming days, Vikings are expected to provide injury evaluation. Over coming weeks, Minnesota will assess defensive depth without Adams. By regular season, roster decisions should reflect Adams' medical status. In coming months, recovery timetable should clarify Adams' availability soon.

News Intelligence

Immediate US impact: Vikings may immediately need defensive depth without Adams.
Possible long-term US impact: Injury could affect Adams' availability and Minnesota's defensive planning.
Most affected groups: Adams, Vikings defenders, coaches, teammates, fans, and Minnesota's defense.
Reader priority: Readers should prioritize official Vikings updates over speculation circulating across social media.

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