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Optimism Grows for Vikings’ In-House Right Guard Solution

For the most part, the Vikings offensive line is looking pretty good.

Left tackle Christian Darrisaw, 23, has very quickly ascended into one of the NFL’s preeminent offensive lineman. Aside from injury, Brian O’Neill isn’t being slowed down anytime soon; the right tackle forms a tremendous partnership with his younger counterpart on the left side.

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Dec 20, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) and Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw. Mandatory Credit: Quinn Harris-USA TODAY Sports.

Along the inside is where there’s a touch more concern. However, the Vikings’ in-house solution at right guard may be in store for a sizable leap in Year 2.