James inactive; Tank to start

Defensive end Erasmus James, who was active for the first time last week, is on the inactive list again today.

James has been bothered by a shoulder injury.

As expected, Tank Williams will start at safety in place of Dwight Smith (hamstring).

Also inactive for the Vikings are: fullback Naufahu Tahi, tight end Garrett Mills, linebacker Vinny Ciurciu, guard Brian Daniels and offensive tackle Chase Johnson.

Brooks Bollinger is the third quarterback.

Inactive for the Cowboys are: safety Courtney Brown, cornerback Anthony Henry, fullback Oliver Hoyte, guard Joe Berger, offensive tackle Doug Free, offensive tackle James Marten, wide receiver Terry Glenn and wide receiver Isaiah Stanback.