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Vikings HC provides injury update on LB Jordan Hicks

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports
By Steve DelVecchio | Last updated 11/13/23

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jordan Hicks left Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints with a shin injury, and the veteran wound up needing treatment in a hospital.

Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell told reporters on Monday that Hicks underwent a procedure after the 31-year-old developed compartment syndrome in his right leg. Hicks remained hospitalized as of Monday afternoon for precautionary reasons.

#Vikings LB Jordan Hicks underwent a procedure Sunday night and remains hospitalized after developing compartment syndrome in his right leg following a shin injury.

Coach Kevin O'Connell: "If not handled with the utmost level of concern, it could’ve been very serious." pic.twitter.com/UjLYDnDQ1Y

— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) November 13, 2023

“If not handled with the utmost level of concern, it could’ve been very serious,” O’Connell said of the injury.

Compartment syndrome is described as a dangerous condition that occurs when there is excessive pressure within a muscle. It can be extremely painful.

Hicks has 87 total tackles, one sack, one forced fumble and one interception on the season. While it sounds unlikely that he will play in Week 11 against the Denver Broncos, there does not seem to be any real long-term concern.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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