Minnesota Vikings safety Andrew Sendejo to have MRI on injured ankle

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Oct 9, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings safety Andrew Sendejo (34) intercepts a pass by the Houston Texans in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings win 31-13. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

One of the best surprises this year has been the play of Minnesota Vikings safety Andrew Sendejo on defense. The athletic defensive back has made a strong case to be the full-time starter next to Harrison Smith, but he may end up missing some time this season after an injury.

During the week 7 game against the Eagles, Sendejo was carted out after hurting hisankle and did not return to the game. Now, it is being reported that the severity of the injury will need to be diagnosed with an MRI.

The news about the MRI was announced by Chris Tomasson of the Pioneer Press. If Sendejo is to miss significant time, it would be a big blow to a defense hoping to give their young safeties time to grow a develop.

While Sendejo was out, the Minnesota Vikings turned to Jayron Kearse, who didnt exactly get a rave review from head coach Mike Zimmer:

(Kearse) missed a couple tackles, said Vikings coach Mike Zimmer. He was a little slow in a couple of areas to get to some places. I see the mistakes, but I cant tell you he did this good or he did that good.

But Sendejo isnt going to let the injury get him down. Hes going to keep his hopes high and keep working hard.

Im staying positive and well just see how it goes, Sendejo said.

Hopefully, Andrew Sendejo will be available and healthy for the week 8 matchup against the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. This will be a big game for the Minnesota Vikings to prove they can bounce back, and a primetime spot is a great place to do it.

Source: http://thevikingage.com/2016/10/24/minnesota-vikings-safety-andrew-sendejo-mri-ankle/