The former Lions running back, waived by Detroit this week, has been claimed by the Minnesota Vikings.Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook is officially active for Sunday's tilt versus the Detroit Lions.
Here are other injuries we're tracking Wednesday.Alshon Jeffery's shoulder injury likely will keep him sidelined at the start of the season, but it appears he's looking good to be back sooner rather than later.The last week of August means it's the final chance for players to prove their 53-man roster worthiness. Roc Thomas facing marijuana charges in Minnesota A former Alabama Mr. Football has a March 18 court date after being charged with felony possession of a controlled substance in Minnesota. Related players: Alfred Blue, Thomas Rawls, Leonard Fournette The latest stats, facts, news and notes on Roc Thomas of the Jacksonville Jaguars "We're going to have zero distractions on this team this year. ...First-team All-State selection as a junior. Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson declares himself fully healthyRavens QB Lamar Jackson said he's fully recovered from a groin injury and that he's at 100% heading into the regular-season opener against the Browns.Dolphins fielding trade inquiries about QB Josh Rosen, sources sayThe Dolphins have fielded trade inquiries in recent days on quarterback Josh Rosen, league sources tell ESPN's Adam Schefter.Stephen A.: Wilson doesn't need another ring to cement legacyStephen A. Smith doesn't think Russell Wilson needs to win another Super Bowl to cement his legacy as a great quarterback.Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians says Ronald Jones still starter despite Leonard Fournette signingThe Buccaneers just signed Leonard Fournette, but coach Bruce Arians said Ronald Jones is their starting running back and indicated that LeSean McCoy will still occupy a spot on the roster.Seahawks re-sign suspended wide receiver Josh GordonReceiver Josh Gordon, who has applied for reinstatement from his NFL suspension, has re-signed with the Seahawks.How Saints' Jameis Winston is working to revive his career behind Drew BreesDuring camp, Winston has shown the on-field highs and lows that have defined his career. He played college football at Auburn and Jacksonville State. Metcalf, and the top-40 rookies for dynasty fantasy football leagues.Ameer Abdullah will, predictably, get a second chance to establish a viable career in the NFL. Thomas will travel with Jaguars to Baltimore for practices against the Ravens. Have a look at the best and worst from Preseason Week 3.Running back Dalvin Cook is planning to play Friday night versus the Seahawks, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported, via a source informed of the situation.Trey Burton? He has 1,251 yards rushing along with 57 receptions in his career.BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (AP) — The 2017 All-Ohio Valley Conference team and awards as voted on by coaches and sports information directors and released Tuesday:OVC Offensive Player of the Year: Roc Thomas, Jacksonville St.OVC Defensive Player of the Year: Darius Jackson, Jacksonville St.OVC Freshman of the Year: Jeremiah Oatsvall, Austin PeayRoy Kidd OVC Coach of the Year: Will Healy, Austin PeayBRENTWOOD, Tenn. (AP) — League champ Jacksonville State has both the Ohio Valley Conference's Offensive Player of the Year in running back Roc Thomas and Defensive Player of the Year in end Darius Jackson, while runner-up Austin Peay took the other two top honors.The OVC announced its awards Tuesday as voted on by the league's coaches and sports information directors.JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (AP) — Bryant Horn rushed for 148 yards and a touchdown and Roc Thomas 105 yards and a score to lead Jacksonville State to a 36-6 win over Tennessee State on Thursday night in a regular-season finale.The Gamecocks (10-1, 8-0), who clinched their fourth straight Ohio Valley Conference title last week, now prepare of the FCS playoffs where they will be a high seed. Here's what we learned.Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer says Dalvin Cook is set to be questionable for Sunday's showdown versus the Philadelphia Eagles because of a hamstring injury.In a back-and-forth Southern California shootout, Jared Goff and the Los Angeles Rams (4-0) outgunned Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings (1-2-1), 38-31, in Week 4.Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery said he is a few weeks away from returning to action after undergoing offseason rotator cuff surgery. Thomas originally played at Auburn for 2 years before transferring to Jacksonville State.
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