Zimmer, remodeled Vikings defense not buying regression

[ASFN Admin]

The defense has largely fueled Minnesota's success since Mike Zimmer was hired as head coach, a balanced, disciplined and intelligent unit that has annually ranked among the NFL's best. Before the COVID-19 outbreak forced teams to conduct spring meetings and practices virtually, the salary cap delivered the first blow to the Vikings. Defensive tackle Linval Joseph and cornerback Xavier Rhodes were released to make room before free agency.

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