Elflein is scheduled for surgery on Monday to repair a fracture in his left ankle, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

The exact nature of Elflein's ankle injury wasn't previously known, but it seems he's avoided any tendon or ligament damage -- which is great news. While it's possible Elflein could miss the start of OTAs this spring, he seems to possess favorable odds of being fully ready for training camp in late July.

Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said Tuesday that Elflein would undergo surgery on his left ankle this week, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Vikings' offseason pickup of Elflein, a 2017 third-round pick, was one of several additions that helped turn a porous offensive line into a reliable unit during the team's 13-3 season. While the ankle injury he suffered in the NFC championship game loss to the Eagles will delay his preparation for the 2018 campaign, Elflein is expected to be at full strength by the time training camp concludes, if not sooner.

Elflein injured his ankle and has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's NFC championship game against the Eagles.

EDGE Analysis

Elflein went down in the third quarter. Look for Cornelius Edison to take over at center for the remainder of the game.

Elflein (shoulder) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Elflein wasn't available in Week 17 against the Bears due to a shoulder injury that had been nagging him since early December. With Elflein back in action, the Vikings' offensive line is back to full strength, minus guard Nick Easton (ankle), who was sentenced to injured reserve Dec. 23.

Elflein (shoulder) indicated he will be ready to play in Sunday's divisional-round matchup with the Saints, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Elflein battled the shoulder injury throughout December and sat out Week 17, and the additional rest appears to have paid off. The rookie third-round pick should return to his spot at starting center for the Vikings as long as he avoids any setbacks in practice this week.

Elflein was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bears with a shoulder injury.

EDGE Analysis

Elflein has battled the shoulder issue throughout December and he was unable to practice this week. The Vikings could just be exercising caution as the gear up for the playoffs, as their offensive line faces depth issues with starting guard Nick Easton (ankle) placed on injured reserve earlier this week.

Elflein (shoulder) won't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Bengals.

EDGE Analysis

Elflein sat out the Week 14 loss to the Panthers but returned as a full practice participant Friday to avoid being designated questionable. The rookie third-round pick will make his 13th start of the season at center for the Vikings on Sunday.

Elflein (shoulder) is listed as inactive for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

Elflein was able to practice in a limited fashion throughout the week, so his inability to suit up on Sunday comes as a bit of a surprise. Starting left guard Nick Easton will move over to center in Week 14 during Elflein's absence.

Elflein is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers with a shoulder injury.

EDGE Analysis

The injury limited Elflein's participation in practice throughout the week, so he'll carry a designation into the weekend as a result. It still seems likely that Elflein, the Vikings' starting center, will suit up Sunday if he incurs no setbacks in pregame warmups.

Elflein will serve as the Vikings' starting center to begin 2017, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Elflein was battling Nick Easton for the starting role, but it appears the rookie third-round pick is in line to start Saturday's preseason contest, foreshadowing his role as the team's starting center.