New Delhi, Aug. 16 -- Minnesota Vikings safety Jamal Adams left the field on a cart during Saturday's preseason game against the New York Giants, casting an early shadow over his return to the NFL after signing with the team last month.

The 30-year-old veteran, who joined Minnesota on a one-year deal just before training camp, lasted only 11 defensive snaps in his first action with the club. He was evaluated in the medical tent on the sideline before being taken to the locker room. The injury occurred late in the second quarter after Adams was involved in coverage on a 15-yard touchdown pass from Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart to Malachi Fields with 13:32 remaining.

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