While it is true that the preseason records don’t mean much for NFL teams like the Minnesota Vikings, there are still plenty of reasons to get excited about the four exhibition games each team plays.
This year, the preseason will give fans a first look at some new faces to the franchise, including quarterback Kirk Cousins, defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson, wide receiver Kendall Wright and several others.
Plus, the preseason helps to signal the eventual start of the regular season. The taste of action is enough to get fans riled up for when Week 1 of the regular season starts.