The Minnesota Vikings surprised many people by winning 13 games in 2022 – the first season with their new skipper Kevin O’Connell. Offensively, the Vikings showed a lot of promise, especially the passing attack was productive, but more consistency throughout games is desired. However, the clear weakness of the team was the defense.
Vikings’ Reason for Optimism Is an Easy Choice
A defense that ranked 30th in points allowed and 31st in yards allowed was bound for changes, and the Vikings made many of those. The list of departed starters seems endless. Za’Darius Smith was traded to the Browns after he wanted out.