Curtis Lofton (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Matt Vensel of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Lofton (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Matt Vensel of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Analysis:

As expected, Lofton will slot back into his usual role as the Saints' strong-side inside linebacker. He took part in all three of the Saints' practices this week, putting him on tap for every-down duty.