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A Promising Vikings Defender Is Officially Back

For various reasons, the Vikings defense will look a lot different in the upcoming season. Defensive coordinator Brian Flores took over from Ed Donatell after only one season. He is expected to run a much more aggressive unit than his predecessor’s cautious approach.

A Promising Vikings Defender Is Officially Back

In addition to the coaching change, many new guys will suit up in a purple uniform. Marcus Davenport replaces Za’Darius Smith, Byron Murphy substitutes his form former Cardinals teammate Patrick Peterson, and Brian Asamoah is anticipated to be a starter in the new-looking unit.