Smarts, drive and game tape: Inside the Vikings’ decision making with players on the bubble

[purplefaithful]

When it comes to player evaluation of young players, Mike Zimmer is well aware of the things that can be difficult to know right away. But he’s also knows what he’s looking for.During his time in Minnesota, the Vikings have gone from the 32nd ranked defense to the top of the NFL. Part of the reason is the team’s investment on the defensive side of the ball with draft picks (some of which came before Zimmer), but that’s only a percentage of the equation. Another major factor in the defense’s success has been Zimmer’s emphasis on drafting/signing/keeping players who have the mental capacity to understand and execute what he’s dialing up.

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[Guest]

Yep, the coaches definitely will have to make a few tough choices on a few guys that will get immediately snapped up by other teams. Its one of the few downsides of having a talented roster....can't keep them all.