# Jihad Ward 2026 stats and profile

> Jihad Ward is a linebacker for the Minnesota Vikings (No. 53). In 1 game of the 2026 season: 1 tackle, 0 sacks. Snap share in Week 6: 25% of defensive snaps.

- Source: https://pigskinnightly.com/players/jihad-ward
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- Updated: 2026-11-10T16:20:12.131Z
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## Questions and answers

### Is Jihad Ward playing this week?

Jihad Ward is not on the current injury report. The Minnesota Vikings play next on the road at the Green Bay Packers on Sun, Nov 15, 1 PM ET (Week 10), on Fox.

### What are Jihad Ward's stats this season?

In 1 game of the 2026 season, Jihad Ward has 1 tackle, 0 sacks.

### What team does Jihad Ward play for?

Jihad Ward plays linebacker for the Minnesota Vikings, wearing No. 53. Jihad Ward is 32 years old, 6' 5", 285 lbs. College: Illinois. League experience: 10 seasons.

## Game log

| Week | Opponent | Result | Line |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 5 | at WSH | T 27-27 | defensive: PD 0, TD 0, TFL 0, TOT 1, SOLO 1, SACKS 0, QB HTS 0 |