Xavier Rhodes was momentarily stumped when asked to name the best tackler on a Vikings defense that's heading into Atlanta on Sunday ranked first in third-down conversions, second against the run and fifth in points allowed.
"Well," Rhodes said, "he misses a lot, but I know everyone is afraid of him. Andrew Sendejo. He just runs. I think he just runs and dives with his eyes closed. And blows people up."
"Eric? He's a great tackler, but I think he's awesome in coverage as a linebacker," Rhodes said. "He can cover his butt off."
But, Xav, with a 27-tackle lead over Anthony Barr, he's well on pace to lead you fellas in tackles in each of his first three seasons.