He has been for much of 2015 Verizon Vikings Training Camp.
The Vikings defensive line coach wants to see linemen win one-on-one pass rush drills against the offensive line. On plays the do, however, Patterson’s son, A.C. has been standing in at quarterback, providing a bullseye for defensive ends and defensive tackles.
A.C. played center for UTEP, so he’s familiar with collisions with defensive lineman, but Linval Joseph is in a completely different realm.
“I’ve gotten ran into twice by big Linval, right in the ribs, but you’ve got to take it, stay in the pocket, be tough in there and give them a good look,” A.