Sharrif Floyd trying to be positive about playing in '17

Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Sharrif Floyd won't give up hope of playing in 2017.

The former first-round pick played in one game last season before suffering a knee injury. In March, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported nerve damage in his quadriceps still wasn't firing months after surgery to repair his meniscus.

Floyd watched OTAs from the sideline Wednesday and remains optimistic about his recovery.

"I feel like progress is being made," Floyd said, via the Star Tribune. "It's just taking its sweet old time."

Floyd admitted he's still not running yet, but said he is "looking forward" to eventually getting back onto the field. The 26-year-old defensive lineman dismissed the idea…