Vikings RB Jordan Mason put on IR after having surgery on thumb
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Key Points:
- Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason will miss at least four weeks following surgery to repair a fractured thumb, announced coach Kevin O'Connell.
- With Mason sidelined and quarterback Kyler Murray uncertain due to concussion protocol, the Vikings have promoted DeeJay Dallas and signed Jerome Ford to the practice squad for added depth.
- Mason led the team in carries and yards in Week 1, but reported thumb soreness on Monday, prompting further examination and surgery.
- DeeJay Dallas is expected to be the primary backup running back behind Aaron Jones Sr. for the upcoming game against the Chicago Bears.
- Kyler Murray remains day-to-day in concussion protocol after sustaining a concussion in Week 1, with his participation in practice limited as the team monitors his recovery.
