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| The Vikings continue to be a shutdown rush defense. Tackles Pat and Kevin Williams form a wall, which is hard to penetrate for opposing running backs. Minnesota also really improved their pass rush last season, totaling 45 sacks. This was mainly due to the addition of Jared Allen, one of the premier pass rushers in the game. The secondary was a bit of an issue for the Vikings, though. They had just 12 interceptions and ranked 18th against the pass. If you want to beat the Vikings, it is through the air. The Vikings are an opportunistic defense/special teams unit. Minnesota scored four touchdowns and always seem to be near the top of the league in defense/special teams touchdowns. The return game is just so-so with Bernard Berrian the top threat to break a big play on punt returns. Rookie Percy Harvin could give this unit a lift this year, though.
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The Vikes are a solid fantasy defense. They will limit points and yards, and are usually good for a few scores per season. And their sack total will be among the best in the league as long as Allen is around. Consider them a top-five fantasy defense/special teams. |
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| Minnesota Vikings DT Letroy Guion (ankle) was limited in practice last week, but he was active for the team's Week 14 game. |
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| Minnesota Vikings DT Letroy Guion (ankle) practiced Friday, Dec. 5, and he is probable for the team's Week 14 game. |
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| Minnesota Vikings DT Letroy Guion (ankle) was limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 4. |
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| Minnesota Vikings DL Letroy Guion (ankle) was limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 3, and appears to be improving. |
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| Minnesota Vikings DL Letroy Guion (ankle) did not play in the team's Week 13 game and his status for Week 14 is unknown. |
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| Minnesota Vikings DT Letroy Guion (ankle) missed the team's practice Friday, Nov. 28, and he is listed as doubtful for the team's Week 13 game. |
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| Minnesota Vikings DL Letroy Guion (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 27. |
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| The Minnesota Vikings announced they have agreed to terms with rookie DT Letroy Guion. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. |
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