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ArticleThe Bear’s Den: Health concerns for Bears, Minnesota Vikings remainSeptember 18, 2026

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The Vikings had to put running back Jordan Mason on injured reserve with a thumb fracture suffered against the Packers while helping in the 39-22 comeback win. The impact is huge. It was Mason's physical running that helped the Vikings turn around their season-opening game at Soldier Field against the Bears last year.

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Jordan Mason placed on IR with thumb fracture; key loss for Vikings run game.

Running back Jordan Mason was placed on injured reserve with a thumb fracture suffered against the Packers. The source notes the impact is huge, as it was Mason's physical running that helped the Vikings turn around their season-opening game at Soldier Field against the Bears last year.