Mike Harris calls fellow Vikings offensive lineman T.J. Clemmings a draft-day steal.
That is becoming apparent midway through the right tackle's rookie season. Projected by many as a late first-round pick, Clemmings dropped to the fourth round because of concerns over a possible foot injury, and that's where Minnesota snagged him.
The former University of Pittsburgh star has had no foot issues this season, starting all seven games for the Vikings. Coach Mike Zimmer said Clemmings has shown great improvement in the running game, an area in which he initially had some problems.
"Last week was his best week," Zimmer said of the Vikings' 23-20 victory over the Bears in Chicago.