m Thielen is probably not the best time to be missing both of your starting cornerbacks Linval Joseph Jersey , but that’s the situation that the Los Angeles Rams find themselves in as they prepare to face the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday Night Football.One of the Rams’ starting corners, Aqib Talib, is not listed on the team’s injury report. That’s because, as we discussed in our Q&A with Turf Show Times earlier today, he has already been placed on injured reserve and is expected to miss the next eight weeks after undergoing ankle surgery. The other starter, Marcus Peters, is listed by the Rams as “questionable” with an ankle injury of his own after being carried off the field by teammates in the Rams win over the Chargers in Week 3. Peters did not practice on Monday or Tuesday Kirk Cousins Jersey , but was a limited participant on Wednesday.The Rams have declared two players as “out” for tomorrow night’s game. They are kicker Greg Zuerlein, who will miss this one with a. . .cringe. . .groin injury. Also out for the Rams is wide receiver/kick returner JoJo Natson, who will miss the game with a hand injury. Get back, JoJo!Finally, the Rams will likely be missing another starter in linebacker Mark Barron. Barron is listed as “doubtful” with an ankle injury, and was limited in practice on Wednesday after missing the previous two days.The full Rams’ injury report is below. We’ll have more coverage of this game over the next 24 hours or so as we approach kickoff at the Coliseum.Los Angeles Rams injury report vs Minnesota VikingsPlayerPositionInjuryMonday*TuesdayWednesdayThursday StatusPlayerPositionInjuryMonday*TuesdayWednesdayThursday Status* - The Rams did not actually practice on Monday, but this is what they estimate the injury report would have looked like if they had. Good Morning!I hope you’re having a great work week and are looking forward to a weekend full of family Adrian Peterson Jersey , fun, bacon and beer. I was really looking forward to this Sunday’s game with the Saints until I realized I have to work, but that’s what the iPad and Direct TV Sunday Ticket are for, those times when just have to watch a game while tapping into the hospital wifi.While we’re waiting for the next Vikings game to start we’ll continue with our open thread full of beer recommendations, nap strategies, crock pot and smoker recipes. Have another cup of coffee and drop by for some fan wisdom and snark. With that, let’s do this.Around the DN since our last thread:We get an update from Ted about Dalvin Cook as he could be out until after the bye week.Lucas has your Minnesota Vikings news and notes heading into week 8.Vikings news from other sources:From Revenge of the Birds (the SB Nation Arizona Cardinals site) they peek behind the E$PN paywall about the four letter network’s idea for a trade of Patrick Peterson to the Minnesota Vikings and it is not too bad.From Vikings.com DE Everson Griffen addressed the media about his absence from the team....Welcome Back!Head Coach Mike Zimmer on the plan for Griffen’s return John Randle Jersey , the red zone offense and dealing with the Saint’s high octane offense.CB Holton Hill on working with Coach Terence Newman to prepare for Brees and his first NFL interception last week.WR Brandon Zylstra on his reaction to his first NFL catch and progress as a player.From 1500espn they ponder that in Minneapolis Miracle game, the Vikings learned no lead is safe against Brees, conversely no lead is safe over the Vikings either amirite?League news: From NFL.com Everson Griffen: Off-field issues “bigger than football.”Raiders HC Jon Gruden: ‘Certainly, I don’t see us trading’ Derek Carr.Cardinals CB Patrick Peterson aims to be with Cardinals ‘for years.’Amari Cooper thrilled to get ‘fresh start’ with Cowboys.NFL announces Week 15, 16 Saturday schedules.We come to today’s media selection: Lynyrd Skynyrd-That SmellAgain, we all know the rules, but in case someone is new:-No discussion of politics or religion-No feeding of the trolls-This isn’t a male version of The View Alan Page Jersey , so leave the gender hatred at the door-Keep the bad language to a minimum (using the spoiler tags, if you must)-Speaking of which, if discussing a newer show or movie, please use spoiler tags-No pictures that could get someone fired or in serious trouble with their employer-If you can’t disagree in a civil manner, feel free to go away-While navigating the open thread, just assume it’s sarcasm.With that, the beer light is on and the bar is open. Belly up & tie one on. Don’t forget to tip your waitress Randy Moss Jersey , try the venison chili and as always, Welcome Aboard and Skol Vikings!