What happened: The tryout group was former All-Pro Johnny Hekker, veteran Matt Haack and rookie Jack Stonehouse on Tuesday. Brett Thorson is working through a hamstring injury on his kicking leg.

Why it matters: Punter availability shapes field position and game-day roster math in the regular season. A short-term absence would force Minnesota to carry another specialist on the 53-man roster.

What to watch: Watch Thorson's practice status and whether Minnesota signs one of the auditioned punters.