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Vikings coach Mike Zimmer has emergency eye surgery; status for Thursday's game uncertain

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The Vikings on Wednesday night announced coach Mike Zimmer underwent emergency eye surgery. His status for Thursday’s game against the Cowboys is uncertain.

In a statement, GM Rick Spielman said: “I have met with the coaches and players and we have a contingency plan in place if Mike is unable to coach against Dallas.”

This is a breaking news story. Come back to startribune.com for more later Wednesday night.