Addison’s reduced Week 1 role due to missing WR2 status creates a compelling Week 2 bounce-back narrative, as McCarthy’s arm and rushing upside align with Addison's field-stretching speed to unlock Minnesota’s aerial attack.

Addison's suspension creates a temporary vacuum in the Vikings pass game, increasing Jones's and McCarthy's responsibility. In Addison's absence, the offense leans on Jones and Mason, along with tight ends and backs to carry the load until Addison returns.

Addison wasn’t present in the preseason estimate, leaving Jefferson and Hawkinson as the primary options; Addison’s eventual role could unlock more balance for Minnesota’s aerial attack.

Addison's absence left Minnesota with fewer big-play options; his speed and route-running would have helped Williams against Chicago's defense. With Addison out, McCarthy had to lean on other options, and Chicago’s pass defense must adjust. Addison's return would shift Minnesota's target dynamics and elevate the Vikings' aerial attack in subsequent games.

Addison returns from suspension to rejoin a three-receiver set, joining Jefferson and Nailor; his role hinges on snap counts and how Nailor integrates as a secondary option.