I think the long term answer is going to be either Wonnum, one of the two ‘21 draft picks emerging…or we wait for the ‘22 draft.
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Purple Insider podcast has talked about him a couple of times. That'd be a HUGE boost to Minnesota's depth. As the roster sits today.. You would have to assume that Anthony Barr will be asked to give some pass rush as well
Glad to Hunter's deal get done--for now. Gives the Vikes a chance to make sure the neck injury questions are put to rest before signing a big extension.
Checking off item 3 without restructuring an existing contract either means Sheldon isn't asking for much or a another shoe is about to drop
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Agree on all. Smith contract is up after this season. I wouldn't extend him beyond next season, unless you can give yourself an out in the contract. His production isn't likely to get any better and is more likely to fall off.
Yes, they need to keep O'Neill around. He has improvements to make in pass blocking, but he's one of the better run blocking tackles in the league. Considering the offense, that's something you want.
I am hoping they have a good pass rushing end already on the roster with one of the three they've drafted in the last two years. I guess if Everson wanted to come back on the cheap for spot duty, I'd be cool with that, but outside of that, see what you've got. Patterson knows how to develop edge talent.
Harrison has never been a deva about his contract and I wouldn't imagine him asking to be a top paid safety right now. Hometown discount hopefully
I bet O'neil's pass blocking gets better when Wyatt Davis is next to him as a rising tide lifts all boats.. The poor guy has to face Smith and Mack 4 times a season.. I bet the rookie LT get's those matchups in 2021
Sounds like Sheldon Richardson is close to coming back on a 1 year deal. He's nt very good in run defense but can generate A TON of pressure from the interior
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Love it. Great fit Bring him in to spell Pierce or Tomlinson on passing downs. Maximize his strength (QB pressure) while minimize his weakness (run defense)
Very complimentary to the other tackles on the roster
Short yardage d-line could go Richarson (293), Tomlinson(315), Pierce (329) and Hunter (255)... That A LOT of BEEF. Almost feels like Rick/Zim are trying to recreate the WIlliams wall on the interior
I wonder how much cap space is left for O'Neil's extension
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Vikings defensive tackle Jaylen Twyman is shot four times
Vikings rookie defensive tackle Jaylen Twyman escaped serious injury on Monday after being shot four times.
Don't sports bet all that often but I've accumulated about $250 of free bet on DraftKings and just placed it on the Vikings to win the division. Have a good feeling about the Vikings this season. Defense is stacked and plenty of playmakers on offense. We'll see what happens.
That's dangerous. As a Vikings fan I've learned that as soon as you are optimistic, they let you down. However, once you're frustrated and give up, they are worth following again.
My hopes are up. I fully expect the team to disappoint. It's a paradox that only Vikings fans may fully understand.
I guess your bet is free at least.
Vikings have been breaking my heart for over 50 years.
Nice long article about Kene with a video breaking down his skills.
Xs & Os: How 'Freakish Athlete' Kene Nwangwu's Size & Speed Could Help Vikings in 2021
Xs & Os: How 'Freakish Athlete' Kene Nwangwu's Size & Speed Could Help Vikings in 2021
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Now everybody’s going to want one!
This guy was amazing when I became a Vikings fan.
Well, this is depressing:
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ESPN ranks the Vikings offensive line
The Vikings’ new-look offensive line did not receive a high ranking from ESPN.
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