Minnesota Vikings cornerback Trae Waynes (26) waits for the snap in the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)Mark Zaleski/Associated Press

Trae Waynes Injury: Updates on Vikings CB's Ankle and Return

Scott PolacekNov 28, 2015

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Trae Waynes suffered an ankle injury that kept him out of the Week 12 clash against the Atlanta Falcons. However, he is ready to return.

Continue for updates.

TOP NEWS

Waynes Active for Week 13

Sunday, Dec. 6

The Vikings announced Wayne was available against the Seattle Seahawks.

Latest on Waynes' Practice Status

Friday, Dec. 4

The Vikings announced Waynes was a full participant in practice for the third consecutive day.

What Waynes' Return Means for Vikings

Although Waynes was the No. 11 overall pick in the 2015 NFL draft, the Vikings have done a nice job of not leaning too heavily on the rookie.

Terence Newman and Xavier Rhodes have served in starting roles, which has allowed Waynes and Captain Munnerlyn to contribute primarily as nickel and dime backs.

The former Michigan State star hasn't put up big numbers because of that with 13 tackles, three passes defended and no interceptions, but having him on the field due to his size (6'0", 190 lbs) and athleticism is still a plus for the Vikes.

Seattle isn't know as a pass-first team, but on the heels of Russell Wilson torching the Pittsburgh Steelers for 345 yards and five touchdowns last week, Waynes' possible return comes at an opportune time.