In a hopeful turn of events, the Minnesota Vikings are optimistic about the availability of their top two wide receivers for their upcoming game against the Houston Texans. After suffering a quad contusion in the game against the San Francisco 49ers, Justin Jefferson has shown positive signs and is considered day-to-day. Meanwhile, Jordan Addison's ankle injury has kept him sidelined for multiple weeks, but the team is hopeful for his return as well.

Head coach Kevin O'Connell provided an update on Jefferson's condition, stating that the receiver felt "pretty good" on Monday, which is encouraging considering the initial severity of his quad contusion. The team will closely monitor his progress throughout the week and make a decision regarding his workload for Sunday's game. O'Connell praised Jefferson for managing the swelling effectively on Sunday and there is a good chance he may not have to miss any games.

Jefferson himself downplayed the seriousness of his injury after the San Francisco game. It is reassuring for the Vikings that he experienced no soft tissue problems and that he is feeling relatively well. Even if he needs to be limited in practice this week, the signs point towards him being able to participate in the upcoming matchup.

On the other hand, Jordan Addison's situation is a bit more uncertain. Having missed practice entirely last week due to his ankle injury, the wide receiver's return is still up in the air. The Vikings are eager to see Addison back on the field and the hope rests on him being able to participate in practice this week. However, there is an increasing possibility that he might have to sit out at least one more game to ensure his long-term recovery and well-being.

Coach O'Connell acknowledged Addison's continuous efforts to recover, but noted that he wasn't able to reach a stage where he could even participate in limited practice last week. As they move forward, the team will try to involve him in some capacity during the week, but there is still significant uncertainty surrounding his availability for the Texans game. The Vikings will prioritize his long-term health and be cautious with his return, considering the length of the season.

In addition to the wide receivers, rookie outside linebacker Dallas Turner is also listed as day-to-day with a knee injury. The Vikings will gather more information on his progress throughout the week and make a determination regarding his participation in the upcoming game.

The Vikings are hopeful that having both Jefferson and Addison back on the field for their matchup against the Texans will strengthen their offensive capabilities. However, they understand the importance of prioritizing the players' overall health and will make careful decisions based on their recoveries. As the week progresses, the team will provide updates on the availability and workload of their key players to ensure their fans are kept informed.