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Adam Thielen won't play Thursday for Vikings; Adrian Peterson questionable

Adam Thielen will not play for the Vikings on Thursday night against Washington because of a hamstring injury.

Thielen was ruled out in Wednesday’s injury report released by the team. Defensive tackle Jalyn Holmes (illness) is listed as questionable.

Adrian Peterson (ankle) was listed as questionable by the Redskins, as was cornerback Josh Norman (hand, thigh). Washington will be without safety Deshazor Everett (ankle), linebacker Josh Harvey-Clemons (hamstring), guard Wes Martin (chest), running back Chris Thompson (toe) and tight end Vernon Davis (concussion).

Punt returner Sherels released by Vikings

Ben Goessling is in his sixth year covering the Vikings, having joined the Star Tribune in 2017 after four seasons at ESPN and one at the Pioneer Press.