The Facts: Childs remains out of action dealing with a lingering calf strain that he suffered during rookie mini-camp last month.

Diehards Line:Childs has attended OTAs but not participated the last two weeks. While in college, Childs' 2010 season was cut short due to a torn patellar tendon in his right knee, an injury that limited his effectiveness as a senior as well. The Vikings believe that, at full strength, Childs can be a difference maker, possessing an impressive combination of size and speed. But so far, they've had very limited opportunity to evaluate Childs up close. "It's unfortunate he can't get some of these reps now," HC Leslie Frazier said. "But he'll get caught up."