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Fantasy Player Profile D.J. Wonnum

  • D.J. Wonnum
  • DL #98
  • D.J.
    Wonnum
@DET: #15 vs opposing DL - 14.00 FPA
Bye Week13Rank8% Rostered-% Change-WK 17 Pts0.00WK 18 Pts0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
   TacklesTurnoverScoreOtherReturnFantasy
WkOppResultsTotAstSckTFLSck YdsIntFrc FumFum RecInt TDFumTDBlk TDSafDef 2pt RetBlkPDefQB HitInt YdsFum YdsPts
1TB
Loss, 17-20
-4----------------2.00
2@PHI
Loss, 28-34
13----------------2.50
3LAC
Loss, 24-28
-1-------------2--2.50
4@CAR
Win, 21-13
421111--1-1----12-5123.00
5KC
Loss, 20-27
22----------------3.00
6@CHI
Win, 19-13
31117---------11--8.50
7SF
Win, 22-17
22-1-----------1--5.00
8@GB
Win, 24-10
122117.5----------4--15.00
9@ATL
Win, 31-28
31----------------3.50
10NO
Win, 27-19
31116----------1--7.50
11@DEN
Loss, 20-21
22113----------1--7.00
12CHI
Loss, 10-12
32------------2---6.00
13Bye  ------------------0.00
14@LV
Win, 3-0
321110----------1--9.00
15@CIN
Loss, 24-27
421-----------22--11.00
16DET
Loss, 24-30
22----------------3.00
17GB
Loss, 10-33
------------------0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
  TacklesTurnoverFantasy
WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1TB,
L 17-20
-----2.00
2@PHI,
L 28-34
1----2.50
3LAC,
L 24-28
-----2.50
4@CAR,
W 21-13
41--123.00
5KC,
L 20-27
2----3.00
6@CHI,
W 19-13
31---8.50
7SF,
W 22-17
2----5.00
8@GB,
W 24-10
12---15.00
9@ATL,
W 31-28
3----3.50
10NO,
W 27-19
31---7.50
11@DEN,
L 20-21
21---7.00
12CHI,
L 10-12
3----6.00
13Bye-----0.00
14@LV,
W 3-0
31---9.00
15@CIN,
L 24-27
41---11.00
16DET,
L 24-30
2----3.00
17GB,
L 10-33
-----0.00
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  • Still sidelined

    Wonnum (quadriceps) isn't participating in voluntary workouts Tuesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Wonnum is still on the mend after surgery to repair his quadriceps, which he injured during Week 16 of last season. The South Carolina product inked a deal with the Panthers in March, so although it seems the franchise is not worried about his injury, it's not clear yet when he'll be ready to participate in the team's offseason programs.

    Published: Tue, Apr 23 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inks deal with Carolina

    The Panthers signed Wonnum (quadriceps) to a two-year deal Thursday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Wonnum was forced to miss the end of the Vikings' 2023 campaign due to a quadriceps injury, but it now seems as if he's moved past the issue. The 26-year-old edge rusher is coming off the most productive season of his career, appearing in 15 games and recording 62 total tackles, including 8.0 sacks, while also defending six passes. With the departure of Brian Burns this offseason, Wonnum has a chance to serve as the Panthers' top pass rusher in 2024.

    Published: Thu, Mar 14 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has surgery on quad

    Wonnum had surgery on his quadriceps Thursday after being placed on injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: The linebacker tore his quad during the Vikings' Week 16 loss to the Lions and is out for the season. In 15 games in 2023, the fourth-year pro set or matched career highs in tackles (62), sacks (eight) and passes defensed (six). Wonnum will become a free agent in March.

    Published: Thu, Dec 28 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on injured reserve

    The Vikings placed Wonnum (quad) on injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: The fourth-year edge rusher tore his quad in the Week 16 loss to the Lions and is obviously done for the season. Wonnum was having a breakout season under first-year DC Brian Flores, playing a career-best 83 percent of the defensive snaps and matching his previous career high with eight sacks. He's scheduled to hit free agency in March.

    Published: Wed, Dec 27 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for season

    Head coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed that Wonnum will miss the rest of the season after tearing his left quadricep tendon in Sunday's 30-24 loss to the Lions, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old linebacker had appeared in all 15 of Minnesota's games before sustaining the quadriceps injury. He'll undergo surgery in the near future and will conclude his 2023 campaign with 62 total tackles, eight sacks, six pass breakups, one fumble recovery and one touchdown. Wonnum is expected to be placed on injured reserve in the coming days.

    Published: Tue, Dec 26 at 12:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely done for season

    Wonnum (quadriceps) suffered a partially torn quad during Sunday's 30-24 loss to the Lions, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Vikings haven't yet confirmed whether Wonnum's injury is a season-ending one, but the severity of a quad tear indicates that the veteran linebacker will likely require surgery and be placed on IR. Through 15 games this season, Wonnum has racked up a career-high 62 tackles (33 solo), including eight sacks, one pass breakup, one forced fumble and one touchdown.

    Published: Mon, Dec 25 at 6:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with quadriceps injury

    Head coach Kevin O'Connell told reporters after Sunday's 30-24 loss to the Lions that the team is evaluating Wonnum to confirm a quadriceps injury, Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Wonnum was carted off the field in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game in what was originally reported as a knee injury. The fact he was carted off the field doesn't bode well for his chances to play in either (or both) of the Vikings' final two games of the season.

    Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Carted off versus Detroit

    Wonnum (knee) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's contest against the Lions, Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Wonnum sustained a left knee injury on a pass rush attempt early in the fourth quarter and was carted off the field shortly after. He finishes Sunday's game with four tackles (two solo).

    Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies seventh sack

    Wonnum notched five tackles (three solo) and one sack during Sunday's 3-0 win at Las Vegas.

    Analysis: Wonnum's sack of Aidan O'Connell forced a three and out for the Raiders, who were ultimately shut out in Minnesota's low-scoring win. While Wonnum remains off the IDP radar in most formats, he's putting together a career year at the perfect time, with free agency looming this coming offseason.

    Published: Tue, Dec 12 at 7:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets to quarterback again Sunday

    Wonnum recorded four tackles (three solo) including a sack in Sunday's 27-19 win versus the Saints.

    Analysis: Wonnum logged a sack for the fourth time in his last seven games in Week 10, putting himself on pace for a career year in that category in his fourth NFL season. He's still off the IDP radar in most formats, though, and he's unlikely to see quite as many chances to rush the passer in Week 11 at Denver.

    Published: Tue, Nov 14 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubles season sack total Week 8

    Wonnum had three tackles (one solo), including two total sacks, in Sunday's 24-10 win over the Packers.

    Analysis: Wonnum got to Jordan Love on three separate occasions, first on a solo 12-yard sack at the end of the first quarter and in combined efforts with Camryn Bynum and Harrison Phillips in the second and fourth quarter, respectively. Wonnum is up to four sacks on the year -- already matching his total from 2022 -- and has played in at least 60 percent of defensive snaps in seven of eight games this season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two sacks in win

    Wonnum had two sacks, three total tackles and three QB hits in Sunday's win at Green Bay.

    Analysis: With Marcus Davenport (ankle) on injured reserve, Wonnum started again at right edge rusher and played on 63 of the defense's 68 snaps. He has four sacks and 30 tackles in eight games this season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores TD on fumble return

    Wonnum had six total tackles, including a sack, two quarterback hits, a pass defensed and a 51-yard fumble return for a touchdown in Sunday's 21-13 win at Carolina.

    Analysis: Wonnum saw less playing time (just 45 of the defense's 72 snaps) with the return of Marcus Davenport from injury, but he was efficient as a pass rusher. Harrison Smith forced a fumble on a sack and Wonnum caught a lucky bounce and returned it for a touchdown.

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Four tackles in loss

    Wonnum started at outside linebacker opposite Danielle Hunter in Minnesota's 3-4 defense with Marcus Davenport out with an ankle injury and had four total tackles in Sunday's loss to Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: Wonnum will be counted on to help with the pass rush after the departure of Za'Darius Smith, but he didn't register any QB pressures in the loss. He played on 54 of the defense's 68 snaps. He could start again in Thursday night's Week 2 matchup against the Eagles if Davenport remains sidelined.

    Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Smaller role in 2022

    Wonnum totaled 38 tackles, including four sacks, while playing 16 games during the 2022 regular season.

    Analysis: Wonnum took a step back in both playing time and production following his career-best campaign in 2021. The third-year linebacker shifted into a rotational role behind Minnesota's top pass rushers Danielle Hunter and Za'Darius Smith. Wonnum still played at least 43 percent of defensive snaps in every game outside of the 2022 season opener, though he totaled just one-half sack over the final 10 contests, including the Vikings' wild-card loss to the Giants. Wonnum will look to post a more…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 26 at 4:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not on injury report

    Wonnun (illness) was not listed on the team's injury report Wednesday.

    Analysis: After missing Week 6's game due to an unspecified illness, Wonnum had a bye to recover further. The 24-year-old linebacker has totaled 14 tackles, 2.5 sacks and one forced fumble through his five games with the Vikings this season.

    Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 4:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play at Miami

    Wonnum (illness) is listed as out for Sunday's game at the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Wonnum will miss his first game action this season with an unspecified illness. Until he's ready to play again, Minnesota will probably lean a bit more heavily on two-time Pro Bowler Za'Darius Smith to chase the quarterback.

    Published: Sat, Oct 15 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Labeled questionable for Sunday

    Wonnum (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Wonnum landed on the injury report Thursday as a non-participant due to an illness and remained sidelined during Friday's practice. He'll have one more full day to clear the aliment and will likely be a game-time decision ahead of Sunday's 1:00 PM ET kickoff.

    Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 4:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't practice with illness

    Wonnum was listed as a non-participant at Thursday's practice due to an illness.

    Analysis: Wonnum didn't appear on the Vikings' initial practice report Wednesday, but his availability for Sunday's game against the Vikings is now up in the air after he came down with an unspecified illness. The third-year defensive end has recorded 14 tackles and 2.5 sacks while playing in a rotational role behind Danielle Hunter and Za'Darius Smith for much of the season.

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets sack in season opener

    Wonnum had a sack and two total tackles in Sunday's win over Green Bay.

    Analysis: Wonnum played on 21 of the defense's 61 snaps. Wonnum moved into a starting role after Danielle Hunter's season-ending pectoral injury Week 8 last year and responded with 33 tackles and seven sacks over his final 10 games. He'll begin this season in a reserve role behind Hunter and newcomer Za'Darius Smith as an edge rusher in the Vikings' new 3-4 defense, but Wonnum could find his way onto the field more since neither Hunter nor Smith were able to stay healthy in 2021.

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shows improvement in 2021

    Wonnum tallied 47 tackles (29 solo), eight sacks, a forced fumble and four pass defenses in 2021.

    Analysis: Wonnum failed to top three tackles in any of his first seven appearances of the season, but he finished the year on a strong note with 20 tackles (15 solo), five sacks and a pass defense across the final four games. The 2020 fourth-rounder will attempt to build on his production during his third NFL season in 2022.

    Published: Mon, Jan 24 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubles up sack total in win

    Wonnum tallied eight tackles -- including a career-high three sacks -- to go with a forced fumble Monday in the Vikings' 17-9 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Wonnum doubled up his season sack total in the Week 15 win and has now gotten to the quarterback five times in the last four games while also batting down three passes. He's done his part to help lead Minnesota's pass-rushing effort after Danielle Hunter (pectoral) was placed on injured reserve in early November.

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • False positive result confirmed

    Wonnum projects to be available for Sunday's game against the Packers after it was confirmed his COVID-19 test Wednesday generated a false positive result, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

    Analysis: Wonnum tested negative Thursday, indicating Wednesday's result was a false alarm. The second-year pro has taken over the starting defensive end spot for the Vikings following the injury to Danielle Hunter (pectoral) and has recorded six tackles and one pass deflection over the last three contests.

    Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Wednesday

    Wonnum was unable to practice Wednesday as the Vikings are determining whether the defensive end needs to be placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

    Analysis: Wonnum took two COVID-19 tests Wednesday in which the first test came back positive and the second was negative. There is a solid chance that the defensive end might've had a false positive test. Wonnum will take another test again Thursday, which will determine if he ends up on the reserve/COVID-19 list.

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 5:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Moves up depth chart

    Wonnum is likely to move into a starting role in the wake of Danielle Hunter's season-ending pectoral injury, Eric Smith of the Vikings' official website reports.

    Analysis: Wonnum has had a rotational presence on the Vikings' defensive line all season, but Hunter's absence the rest of the way is expected to afford the 24-year-old a starting role moving forward. The 2020 fourth-round selection has 14 tackles (six solo) and a sack on the season playing 66 percent of the defensive snaps. He'll look to take advantage of the added responsibility starting Week 9 against the Ravens.

    Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 6:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets sack in reserve role

    Wonnum had a sack, two QB hits and three total tackles despite moving from the starting lineup to a bench role in Sunday's win over Detroit.

    Analysis: Everson Griffen moved into the starting role at defensive end opposite Danielle Hunter. Wonnum still played on 40 of the defense's 68 snaps, about his usual rate, and was still productive. The Vikings will likely rotate both players to keep them fresh.

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets start at defensive end

    Wonnum started at right defensive end and had two total tackles in Sunday's overtime loss at Cincinnati.

    Analysis: Wonnum played 47 of the defense's 69 snaps. He won the starting role over Stephen Weatherly in the preseason, but was outplayed by him on Sunday, at least by Pro Football Focus's rankings, as Wonnum graded poorly in the pass rush.

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as starter

    Wonnum is listed as the starter at right defensive end in Minnesota's unofficial depth chart opposite Danielle Hunter ahead of a Week 1 matchup at Cincinnati.

    Analysis: Wonnum edged out Stephen Weatherly for the starting nod, but both players will likely be part of a rotation. And Everson Griffen may get most of the snaps on passing situations, which could limit Wonnum's fantasy value.

    Published: Tue, Sep 7 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tabbed for first NFL start

    Wonnum is slated to start against New Orleans on Friday with Jalyn Holmes (groin) officially ruled out for the contest, Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

    Analysis: Wonnum has seen his playing time increase over the second half of the campaign, and he logged a season-high 67 percent of defensive snaps in last week's loss to Chicago. With Holmes unable to go Friday, Wonnum will make his first professional start against the Saints' formidable offense on Christmas Day.

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to face Bucs

    Wonnum (ankle) is not listed on Friday's injury report, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Wonnum missed last weekend's game against the Jaguars, but it looks like he'll be back in action versus Tampa Bay. The rookie fourth-round pick has three sacks on the season.

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 13

    Wonnum (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

    Analysis: The rookie fourth-round pick has suited up for six straight games, but he'll now have to sit for at least a week as he works to overcome injury. His absence could allow Hercules Mata'afa and/or Jordan Brailford to handle increased rotational roles.

    Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Adds another sack

    Wonnum posted two solo tackles and a sack in Monday's 19-13 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: That's now back-to-back games where Wonnum has played at least 50 percent of the snaps on defense, although it doesn't look like a starting role is in the works, as both Ifeadi Odenigbo and Jalyn Holmes are locked into their respective roles. Still, Wonnum is showing promise in his rookie season, as he's recorded three sacks and seven quarterback pressures through eight games.

    Published: Tue, Nov 17 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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