Vikings tight end Hockenson now limited by lower back stiffness

Tight end T.J. Hockenson continued to be limited in practice Wednesday, but coach Kevin O'Connell said this time he's dealing with lower back stiffness that he reported to the team. Hockenson is recovered from the ear infection that had limited him since Aug. 3. O'Connell was asked whether Hockenson's absences - which include sitting out contact drills like fully padded 11-on-11 work - are ...