Report: Vikings RB Dalvin Cook expected to play Thursday

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook is expected to play Thursday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers, putting him ahead of schedule for his return from a shoulder injury.

NFL Network reported that 10 days of intense rehabilitation has put him on track to play when the Vikings (5-7) host the Steelers (6-5-1).

Cook was listed on Wednesday's injury report as a limited participant. He took first-team reps in practi