Herrera to start

Anthony Herrera, who has been competing with returner starter Artis Hicks for the right guard job, will start tonight's game at Seattle.

Hicks also will play.

Inactive for the Vikings are safety Mike Doss (calf strain), cornerback Mike Hawkins (bruised ribs), tight end Richard Owens (ankle, knee) and linebacker Vinny Ciurciu (fractured finger).

The Seahawks' inactives are quarterback Erik Meyer, offensive tackle Walter Jones, linebacker Julian Peterson, safety Jordan Babineaux, wide receiver Courtney Taylor and tight end Leonard Stephens.