How do he and the other rookies looks thus far?

The Minnesota Vikings rookie class has been a major cause for discussion over the first few weeks. The main reason? We haven’t seen a lot of this class thus far.

What does this mean? Well, each player either playing or not playing is its own story. Context is the most important thing when discussing the rookie class, especially after only three weeks. The Vikings are 2-1 so it’s hard to fault them for the approach they have taken.

Let’s take a look at what each rookie has done thus far and why their accomplishments are what they are.

Safety Lewis Cine

Aug 20, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings safety Lewis Cine (6) warms up before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports

2 games, 1 defensive snap, 30 special teams snaps

Cine has been the biggest frustration among fans. The first-round pick out of Georgia has not had the best start. He aggravated a knee injury during training camp that caused him to miss week one against the Green Bay Packers. After that, Cine did suit up for the next two games but didn’t get much playing time. He played in one snap against the Philadelphia Eagles and didn’t get one snap against the Detroit Lions this past week with Harrison Smith out of action.

Is this a big deal? Right now, it shouldn’t be. When Cine came into the NFL, he needed time. In the preseason, his reaction time was just a tad too slow. He would have made a couple of really nice plays if he was completely up to speed. It is frustrating that he hasn’t gotten a lot of playing time but it’s not a cause for concern…yet.

Cornerback Andrew Booth Jr.

Aug 14, 2022; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Keelan Cole (84) is defended by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. (23) in the first half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

1 game, 2 special teams snaps

Like Cine, Booth Jr. has dealt with injuries. He wasn’t fully healthy until partially into training camp healing from core muscle surgery and once he did get onto the field, showed some real struggles. He was grabby and committed too many penalties. Those instances dropped him to sixth on the depth chart behind fourth-round pick Akayleb Evans and special teams ace Kris Boyd.

Once he did get onto the field, Booth Jr. hurt his quad on his second play and hasn’t suited up since. Long…