Participation designations were and estimate on Monday's injury report as neither team held an official practice

The Minnesota Vikings officially activated star running back Aaron Jones off of injured reserve prior to Thursday night's game against the Los Angeles Chargers . According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Jones is expected to play on Thursday.

There was cause for concern when Derwin James left Thursday night's game against the Vikings. But according to Tom Pelissero, James' injury is less serious than feared.

Los Angeles Chargers star Joe Alt continues to battle an injury ahead of the Thursday night encounter with the Minnesota Vikings in Week 8. Alt hasn’t just been a staple of the injury report for more than a week: His status could impact how the Chargers approach the NFL trade deadline soon.

The Colts had previous announced defensive end Samson Ebukam -- who injured his knee against the Chargers -- will be out meaning the team will be without its top two reserves at the position. Look for Adetiomiwa Adebawore and rookie J.T. Tuimoloau to see more time behind starting ends Kwity Paye and Laiatu Latu.

The Minnesota Vikings have their first short week of the season when they face the Los Angeles Chargers this Thursday night. It was a tough loss against the Philadelphia Eagles this past Sunday, with multiple different elements at play,

The Vikings' inactive report ahead of tonight's game against the Chargers in Los Angeles includes good and bad news on their offensive line. Star left tackle Christian Darrisaw is active and will play. However, right tackle Brian O'Neill is inactive and will not. Both came into this game questionable due to knee injuries.