Vikings' Jay Ward: Limited role on defense

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Sep 23, 2024 at 10:48 pm ET • 1 min read

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Ward had one total tackle and a QB hit in Sunday's win over Houston.

Ward played on just nine of the defense's 67 snaps as he has a reserve safety role. He could get more playing time if the Vikings limit Harrison Smith's snaps later this season to keep him fresh.

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