Report: Vikings optimistic about Cook for TNF, Rams' Peters unlikely to play

The Minnesota Vikings are optimistic that running back Dalvin Cook will return for Thursday Night Football following a one-game absence, while the Los Angeles Rams don't expect cornerback Marcus Peters to be available, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Cook missed Week 3 due to a hamstring injury. He's officially listed as questionable, but the Vikings will test his injury before the game with the expectation that he'll play.

Peters, meanwhile, left Week 3 early due to a strained calf and will likely be out until at least Week 5. He's also officially listed as questionable for the contest.

The Vikings-Rams game is expected to be one of the biggest on the Thursday night docket this season, as both squads entered the year as Super Bowl contenders.