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Jalen Nailor's Crucial Week 1 Audition Against Bears

9/9/2025

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Jalen Nailor will play in Week 1 against the Chicago Bears despite a hand injury.
He fractured his hand during joint practices but is not on the injury report.
Adam Thielen's trade to the Panthers has moved Nailor to WR3, limiting his role.
Nailor's rookie contract is expiring, making this an important audition for free agency.
The Vikings aim to extend their six-year unbeaten streak at Soldier Field.

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Story summary

Jalen Nailor will play in Week 1 against the Chicago Bears despite a hand injury.
He fractured his hand during joint practices but is not on the injury report.
Adam Thielen's trade to the Panthers has moved Nailor to WR3, limiting his role.
Nailor's rookie contract is expiring, making this an important audition for free agency.
The Vikings aim to extend their six-year unbeaten streak at Soldier Field.