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Vikings running back Adrian Peterson sprained his ankle against the Bears last Sunday and he didn’t take part in Wednesday’s practice, but there’s not much concern around the team about Peterson missing this week’s game against the Giants.

During a press conference held before practice, coach Mike Zimmer said that the outlook for Peterson is a positive one.

“Yeah, I think so. Everything I hear, should be good,” Zimmer said.

Things were also looking better on the defensive side of the ball. Safety Harrison Smith, defensive tackle Linval Joseph and linebacker Anthony Barr were all limited participants in practice. Smith and Joseph got in some practice time last week before sitting out against Chicago, but it’s a step forward for Barr after missing the last two games.

Zimmer said he thinks the trio will be on the field Sunday night for a game could clinch a playoff spot for the Vikings if other results haven’t already booked their passage before kickoff.