The Vikings’ Depth Chart Going into their Week 10 Game Against the Saints
K. Joudry
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The depth portion of the Vikings’ depth chart is certainly being tested.
Seeing Cam Akers, Jaren Hall, and K.J. Osborn all subtracted from the equation certainly made things more challenging for Kevin O’Connell on offense. After all, those players were the RB2, QB1, and WR2 going into the Falcons game. Partnering those subtractions with the absence of Christian Darrisaw, Justin Jefferson, and Kirk Cousins — the clear-cut three most important players for O’Connell’s offense — made the Week 9 victory even more spectacular.
Mr. Dobbs, of course, certainly had something to do with that success. The man who is now affectionately known as The Passtronaut put together a marvellous performance that dominated the discussion around the NFL. When a noon game between a pair of 4-4 teams takes over the NFL headlines, you know something wild happened.
That wild thing was Josh Dobbs, who was unprepared but unbothered. More than a few Vikings fans are thinking back to 2017 and wondering if Dobbs has some Case Keenum magic tucked somewhere inside of himself.
Dobbs’ next test involves trying to overcome a talented New Orleans Saints team. Each team enters the week sitting at 5-4, so there won’t be any lack of motivation on each side. Dobbs will be hoping that T.J. Hockenson — his favorite target — isn’t slowed down by his rib ailment. Alexander Mattison, Jordan Addison, and Brandon Powell will then be his other main weapons (with a side helping of Josh Oliver, C.J. Ham, and Trishton Jackson).
O’Connell — who I’ve been critical of at various points — has done a masterful job in recent weeks. Since losing Justin Jefferson to injury, O’Connell has been keeping defenses off balance with his playcalling, finding smart ways of getting his other main weapons open. Oh, and the Vikings’ defense has gotten hot at the right time. Give Flores a raise.
Kickoff will take place at 12 p.m. CST inside U.S. Bank Stadium. Overcoming the Saints is always a welcome sight for Vikings fans, but especially when the pair of teams are in such a close battle for a coveted playoff spot.
The Vikings’ Depth Chart: Week 10
Offense
Quarterback
QB1: Josh Dobbs
QB2: Sean Mannion
QB3: Tanner Morgan
Running Back
RB1: Alexander Mattison
RB2: Ty Chandler
RB3: Kene Nwangwu
Fullback
FB1: C.J. Ham
Wide Receiver
WR1: Jordan Addison
WR2: Brandon Powell
WR3: Trishton Jackson
WR4: N’Keal Harry
WR5: Jalen Nailor
Tight End
TE1: T.J. Hockenson
TE2: Josh Oliver
TE3: Johnny Mundt
TE4: Nick Muse
Left Tackle
LT1: Christian Darrisaw
LT2: David Quessenberry
Left Guard
LG1: Dalton Risner
Center
C1: Garrett Bradbury
C2: Austin Schlottmann
Right Guard
RG1: Ed Ingram
RG2: Blake Brandel
Right Tackle
RT1: Brian O’Neill
RT2: Hakeem Adeniji
Defense
Outside Linebacker
OLB1: Danielle Hunter
OLB2: D.J. Wonnum
OLB3: Patrick Jones
OLB4: Andre Carter
Defensive Line
DT/DE1: Harrison Phillips
DT/DE2: Jonathan Bullard
DT/DE3: Dean Lowry
DT/DE4: Khyiris Tonga
DT/DE5: Jaquelin Roy
Inside Linebacker
LB1: Jordan Hicks
LB2: Ivan Pace
LB3: Brian Asamoah
LB4: Troy Dye
Cornerback
CB1: Byron Murphy
CB2: Akayleb Evans
CB3: Mekhi Blackmon
CB4: Andrew Booth Jr.
CB5: NaJee Thompson
Safety
S1: Harrison Smith
S2: Cam Bynum
S3: Josh Metellus
S4: Theo Jackson
S5: Jay Ward
S6: Lewis Cine
Special Teams
Kicker
K1: Greg Joseph
Punter
P1: Ryan Wright
Long Snapper
LS1: Andrew DePaola
Kick Returner
KR1: Kene Nwangwu
KR2: Ty Chandler
Punt Returner
PR1: Brandon Powell
PR2: K.J. Osborn
K. Joudry is the Senior Editor for Vikings Territory and PurplePTSD. He has been covering the Vikings full time since the summer of 2021. He can be found on Twitter and as a co-host for Notes from the North, a humble Vikings podcast.