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2019 Fantasy Stats
   ScoreFantasy
WkOppResultsDef 2pt RetPts
1ATL
Win, 28-12
-5.50
2@GB
Loss, 16-21
-7.00
3OAK
Win, 34-14
-2.00
4@CHI
Loss, 6-16
-2.00
5@NYG
Win, 28-10
-0.50
6PHI
Win, 38-20
-3.50
7@DET
Win, 42-30
-2.50
8WAS
Win, 19-9
-6.50
9@KC
Loss, 23-26
-3.50
10@DAL
Win, 28-24
-0.00
11DEN
Win, 27-23
-0.00
12Bye  -0.00
13@SEA
Loss, 30-37
-3.00
14DET
Win, 20-7
-3.50
15@LAC
Win, 39-10
-1.00
16GB
Loss, 10-23
-2.50
17CHI
Loss, 19-21
-0.00
2019 Fantasy Stats
  TacklesTurnoverFantasy
WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1ATL,
W 28-12
31---5.50
2@GB,
L 16-21
41---7.00
3OAK,
W 34-14
2----2.00
4@CHI,
L 6-16
2----2.00
5@NYG,
W 28-10
-----0.50
6PHI,
W 38-20
1----3.50
7@DET,
W 42-30
2----2.50
8WAS,
W 19-9
21-1-6.50
9@KC,
L 23-26
3----3.50
10@DAL,
W 28-24
-----0.00
11DEN,
W 27-23
-----0.00
12Bye-----0.00
13@SEA,
L 30-37
1----3.00
14DET,
W 20-7
3----3.50
15@LAC,
W 39-10
1----1.00
16GB,
L 10-23
2----2.50
17CHI,
L 19-21
-----0.00
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  • 50.50
  • 63.50
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  • 86.50
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  • 10
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  • 12
  • 133.00
  • 143.50
  • 151.00
  • 162.50
  • 17
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News

  • Headed to Chargers

    The Chargers agreed Wednesday with Joseph on a two-year, $17 million contract that includes another $2 million in incentives, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The two-time Pro Bowler logged 44 tackles, three sacks and a forced fumble in 13 games for the Vikings in 2019. The 31-year-old Joseph will provide the Chargers' defensive line with a nice boost at nose tackle.

    Published: Wed, Mar 18 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Vikings

    The Vikings have terminated Joseph's contract, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

    Analysis: The team also terminated the contract of Xavier Rhodes on Friday, with the moves combining to free up more than $18.5 million worth of salary cap room. Joseph, who had signed a five-year, $50 million extension with Minnesota in 2017, is coming off a 2019 campaign in which he recorded 44 tackles, three sacks and a forced fumble in 13 games. The 31-year-old defensive tackle is a two-time Pro Bowler.

    Published: Fri, Mar 13 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes 2019 with three sacks

    Joseph recorded eight tackles (five solo) during Saturday's 27-10 divisional-round loss to San Francisco.

    Analysis: After concluding the regular season with 44 tackles (26 solo), three sacks and one forced fumble across 13 contests, Joseph added 10 more stops to his ledger between Minnesota's two playoff games. Joseph has been a stalwart along the defensive line for Minnesota since 2014, and with three years remaining on his contract, he's in line to fill a starting role again in 2020. The consistent double teams that Joseph faces limits his upside as a pass rusher, but his floor as a run stopper gives him…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 15 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to rock

    Joseph (knee) does not carry an injury designation for Saturday's NFC divisional-round game against the 49ers.

    Analysis: Joseph was a full participant in Thursday's practice. The veteran defensive tackle is set to draw his usual start in San Francisco on Saturday. He'll look to break a sack drought that dates back to Week 9 of the regular season.

    Published: Thu, Jan 9 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out walkthrough

    Joseph (knee) didn't participate in Tuesday's walkthrough practice.

    Analysis: Joseph had knee surgery in November and missed a pair of games, and it's unclear if this is related. The 31-year-old defensive tackle logged a 66-percent snap share in the wild-card win against New Orleans, and he'll have two more practices to get back on the field ahead of Saturday's divisional-round clash against the 49ers.

    Published: Tue, Jan 7 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgrades to full practice

    Joseph (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Joseph kicked off the week as a limited participant in practice due to a knee injury, but he's now resumed operating without restrictions. The veteran defensive tackle is on track to draw his usual start against the Chargers on Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Dec 12 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Wednesday

    Joseph (knee) was listed as a limited participant for practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Joseph has been hampered by a knee injury since Week 10, so his limited participation Wednesday comes as no surprise. He managed to play through the issue in Week 14 against the Lions, compiling four tackles (three solo) in the process.

    Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Week 14

    Joseph (knee) is clear of the injury report for Sunday's game against the Lions.

    Analysis: Joseph began the week not practicing but was able to retake the field Thursday and Friday. The 31-year-old returned from a two-game absence and had five tackles while playing 71 percent of defensive snaps during the Week 13 loss to Seattle.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgraded to limited participation

    Joseph (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Joseph didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, so he is trending in the right direction. He missed two games earlier in the season after undergoing surgery, but he was able to return to the field in Week 13. That said, unless Joseph has suffered a setback, he'll likely be active for the team's Week 14 contest against the Lions.

    Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back on injury report

    Joseph (knee) didn't practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Joseph beat the odds to suit up in this past Monday's loss to the Seahawks, so it's not surprising that he's taking it easy during the practice week. As long as the 31-year-old defensive end can practice by Friday, he should be good to go Sunday against the Lions.

    Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 5:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Given clearance for MNF

    Joseph (knee) is officially active for Monday night's game against Seattle.

    Analysis: Despite undergoing meniscus surgery in Week 10, Joseph will make his return to the field following just a two-game absence. Now healthy, Joseph is expected to draw the start at one of the interior defensive line positions.

    Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 4:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could play Monday

    Joseph (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against the Seahawks.

    Analysis: The intimidating nose tackle underwent meniscus surgery in Week 10 and appears on track to make his return after just a two-game absence following a full participation in practice Saturday.

    Published: Sat, Nov 30 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back on practice field

    Joseph (knee) returned to practice Wednesday, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Joseph underwent surgery to trim the meniscus in his knee ahead of Week 10's bout against the Cowboys, and he was tagged with a four-week recovery timeline. The veteran defensive tackle appears to be ahead of schedule, as Monday's matchup against the Seahawks will mark three weeks since the procedure. The Vikings will keep an eye on his practice status as the week progresses. If he's able to play, Joseph will be a valuable addition against the Seahawks' run-heavy offense.

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out versus Broncos

    Joseph (knee) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

    Analysis: Joseph underwent surgery to trim the meniscus in his knee prior to Week 10's win over the Cowboys, so his absence versus Denver was essentially expected. With a bye week around the corner, the veteran defensive tackle's next chance to retake the field will come Dec. 2 against the Seahawks.

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    Joseph (knee) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Joseph went under the knife this past weekend to trim the meniscus in his knee and he missed Week 10's win over the Cowboys. The 31-year-old defensive tackle hasn't been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Broncos but he's trending toward an absence. That may benefit his recovery, too, since the Vikings have a Week 12 bye, meaning he could return Dec. 2 against the Seahawks.

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 4:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovering from knee surgery

    Joseph underwent surgery to trim the meniscus in his knee prior to Sunday's 28-24 win over the Cowboys, Ben Goessling and Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune report.

    Analysis: Joseph suffered a knee injury during Week 7's win over the Lions, but he managed to play and practice through the issue until last Thursday. The 31-year-old is likely to remain sidelined through at least the Vikings' bye in Week 12, so his earliest chance to retake the field could come Dec. 2 versus the Seahawks. Expect Jaleel Johnson to play increased snaps on defense as long as Joseph is unable to go.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 9:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out versus Cowboys

    Joseph (knee) is ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Joseph picked up a knee injury during Thursday's practice, and he'll be required to miss at least Week 10 as a result. The severity of the starting defensive tackle's issue remains undisclosed. Expect Jaleel Johnson to play an expanded role on defense as long as Joseph is unable to go.

    Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 10:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't practice Thursday

    Joseph did not practice Thursday due to a knee injury, Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Joseph was able to practice without limitations Wednesday, so his knee issue appears to have been sustained during Thursday's session. He was spotted limping in the locker room. Coach Mike Zimmer should disclose some details about Joseph's situation after the Vikings submit Thursday's second practice report of the week.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to sack column

    Joseph had three tackles (two solo), a sack and a forced fumble in Thursday's win against the Redskins.

    Analysis: Joseph played 30 of 43 defensive snaps and delivered a strip-sack in the second quarter to setup a field goal for the Vikings. The 31-year-old has 27 tackles (16 solo) and three sacks in eight games this season.

    Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear of knee injury

    Joseph (knee) was a full participant at Tuesday's practice.

    Analysis: Joseph was estimated to be a non-participant on Monday's injury report but his full practice Tuesday puts him on track to play Thursday. The 31-year-old figures to play his usual starting role at defensive tackle against the Redskins.

    Published: Tue, Oct 22 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Battling knee issue

    Joseph was estimated to be a non-participant on Monday's injury report due to a knee injury.

    Analysis: Joseph saw a typical 70.0 percent snap share in Sunday's win over the Lions, so it's unclear when he sustained the injury. The 31-year-old will have only a couple days to get healthy for Thursday's game against the Redskins.

    Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches sack versus Packers

    Joseph recorded six tackles (four solo) and one sack during Sunday's 21-16 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Joseph has logged a sack in each of his 2019 contests, already exceeding 2018's total. It appears unlikely that the 30-year-old will keep up his current pace -- Joseph has never exceeded five sacks in a single season -- but he'll work to keep his momentum as a pass rusher going Week 3 versus the Raiders.

    Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Impressive pass rush in opener

    Joseph recorded four tackles and a sack in Sunday's 28-12 win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Joseph's one sack is enough to match 2018's total, so this may just be an anomaly. However, Week 2's matchup versus the Packers will be another good opportunity to continue his pass-rushing success, as QB Aaron Rodgers was sacked five times by the Bears in the season opener.

    Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to go

    Joseph has fully recovered from his upper-body issue, Chad Graff of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Joseph underwent surgery in the offseason to fix an upper-body issue. Now healthy, the 30-year-old can resume his starting role in Minnesota's defensive front. Joseph started in 15 games last season and recorded 58 total tackles and a sack over 672 defensive snaps. The veteran also ran 64 yards for a touchdown after recovering a Carson Wentz fumble against the Eagles in Week 5.

    Published: Tue, Sep 3 at 10:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for team drills

    Joseph (upper body) was cleared for team drills at Tuesday's practice, Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Joseph reached the next step in his recovery from offseason surgery by participating in team 11-on-11 drills. The surgery was to repair an upper-body issue. The 30-year-old is entering his 10th season and sixth with the Vikings. Barring any setbacks, he again projects to start at defensive tackle.

    Published: Tue, Aug 20 at 4:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Working off to the side

    Joseph (upper body) worked off to the side Friday with strength and conditioning coach Mark Uyeyama, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Cronin also reported that Joseph didn't participate in any contact drills over the spring and that he still isn't ready for those as training camp begins. The 30-year-old underwent offseason surgery to fix an upper-body issue. It's unclear exactly how much longer Joseph will need to recover or if he'll be ready for the start of the regular season.

    Published: Fri, Jul 26 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited through end of spring workouts

    Joseph (undisclosed) remained limited through the end of spring workouts, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

    Analysis: Joseph has been present at practice but has not participated in any team drills throughout OTAs and minicamp. The exact nature of his injury remains behind closed doors, and it's not certain if Joseph will remain limited when training camp opens next month.

    Published: Thu, Jun 13 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in OTAs

    Coach Mike Zimmer said Joseph didn't participate in team drills during OTAs on Wednesday because the defensive lineman underwent offseason surgery, Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Joseph dealt with knee, shoulder and ankle issues during the 2018 season, but the nature of his surgery isn't known. It's also uncertain that the 30-year-old will be ready to roll when the Vikings begin training camp in July.

    Published: Wed, May 22 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sheds injury designation

    Joseph (knee) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Lions.

    Analysis: Joseph did not practice Thursday, but he was upgraded to a limited session Friday. The veteran defensive tackle will play through his knee injury against the Lions and could see a slight decrease in snaps as a result.

    Published: Fri, Dec 21 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out Thursday

    Joseph was a non-participant at practice Thursday due to a knee injury.

    Analysis: Joseph first appeared on the practice report Thursday. It's unclear when he suffered the injury or what the specifics of the issue are. He's missed just one game this season and has 52 tackles, including one sack, through 13 contests.

    Published: Thu, Dec 20 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads defense in tackles

    Joseph had 10 tackles (four solo) in Monday's 21-7 loss at Seattle.

    Analysis: Joseph had his busiest game of the year, as the Seahawks had 42 rushing attempts on 64 offensive plays. The 30-year-old has 51 total tackles -- 17 of which have come in the last two weeks -- heading into the Week 15 matchup with the Dolphins.

    Published: Tue, Dec 11 at 9:11pm by Rotowire.com
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