The Vikings' defense has been story of the first half of the season
The first-half storyline has been how good the defense has been, and should remain the selling point of this team as they push to the playoffs: The defense has been arguably the NFL's best and has, along with special teams, carried the team all season.
Key points
- If this offense can get to at minimum league average, this Vikings team has a real shot at winning the Super Bowl this season.
- They have their first shot to turn things around Sunday against the Green Bay Packers.
- The blitz is now their base scheme, with defensive coordinator Brian Flores sending at least one extra rusher on 71.6% of opposing dropbacks.
This defense has been otherworldly to start the year and, according to ESPN, has been the main focal point of the Vikings' season.
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