Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores says he doesn't want to overload young players as he leads the unit's overhaul, one that promises to bring an array of formations within a thick playbook.
But there's no confusing how Flores wants Vikings defenders to play.
Since being introduced in February, Flores has consistently preached an aggressive approach to describe the direction he is moving last year's 31st-ranked defense.
Running back Alexander Mattison chose a different word after two organized team activity sessions in Eagan this past week.
"It's intense," he said. "Mentally from the backfield looking at that defensive front, those [line]backers and how they're moving around.