Linval Joseph an anchor behind Vikings' improved run D

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Linval Joseph an anchor behind Vikings' improved run D

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Some high praise here from Zimmer

Notebook: Linval Joseph an anchor behind Vikings' improved run D
"He does a lot of things that people don't realize," Zimmer said. "He makes a lot of tackles, but he also pushes the pocket good. He's done a good job on the centers this year. He's a very prideful guy. He's big and strong and when I see him do some of the things in practice, I'm like, 'Man, this guy is a stud.' He's strong and physical, and he cares. He's a good team guy. He's one of those kind of guys you love to have here."
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He and Floyd will ragdoll the denver OL. Book it.
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It's amazing to see the difference in a players performance when he hasn't recently been shot in the leg!

In all seriousness, though, it's awesome to see the progression out of him and many of our other defenders.
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DK Sweets wrote:It's amazing to see the difference in a players performance when he hasn't recently been shot in the leg!

In all seriousness, though, it's awesome to see the progression out of him and many of our other defenders.
I'll tell you why we are seeing that improvement, and i said this in the offseason multiple times......these guys have a second year in Zimmer's system, understand their role, and have gained a comfort level. Look how bad Captain was last year and Joseph was up and down. Both have been VERY good this season and others have stepped up their play too like Robison. When a completely new defense in put in, you don't just master it in one season. These guys needed time and i think it's showed.
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Pondering Her Percy wrote: I'll tell you why we are seeing that improvement, and i said this in the offseason multiple times......these guys have a second year in Zimmer's system, understand their role, and have gained a comfort level. Look how bad Captain was last year and Joseph was up and down. Both have been VERY good this season and others have stepped up their play too like Robison. When a completely new defense in put in, you don't just master it in one season. These guys needed time and i think it's showed.

Totally agree :rock:
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agreed it usually takes time for players to play on instincts and process reads and

assignments. The Vikings also have Barr, Hodges and Kendricks playing linebacker.

I doubt many times have our speed at linebacker.
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