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Vikings’ Rookie Left Tackle Christian Darrisaw Out After Groin Surgery

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Joint practices this week against the Denver Broncos have challenged Minnesota Vikings rookie quarterback Kellen Mond in his return after missing 10 days with COVID-19.

Minnesota’s other top rookie, first-round tackle Christian Darrisaw, is only falling further behind.

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Darrisaw, who had a groin injury last season at Virginia Tech that necessitated core muscle surgery in January, has yet to take a turn during full-team drills. A person with knowledge of the situation, speaking to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team was not releasing details, confirmed that Darrisaw had a minor procedure Thursday by specialist Dr.