Vikings season preview: Coming together

vikings season preview: coming together

Second-year quarterback Teddy Bridgewater finally pairs up with All-Pro running back Adrian Peterson this season - and a host of surrounding talent.

Vikings 2015: Finding the proper mixture

Vikings second-year quarterback Teddy Bridgewater figures to be the biggest beneficiary of the return of running back Adrian Peterson. “[We&#x2

Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater's efficient passing game gets a complementary gift — the return of Adrian Peterson to shred through opposing defenses

Scoggins: Vikings' defense has a chance to overshadow stars on offense

Bridgewater and AP rule the marquee, but a young unit that shined in Zimmer's first season could bring real star power.

McKinnon, Asiata see positives in new roles with Vikings

With Adrian Peterson expected to shoulder most of the backfield workload, Jerick McKinnon and Matt Asiata will see a significant reduction in snaps. But they are ready to step in when needed.

Vikings possess quantity of quality receivers

The Vikings don't appear to have a clear No. 1 receiver but believe their depth will suffice

Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph has high expectations

Tight end Kyle Rudolph is back, bringing the offense more versatility and deception

Vikings offensive line must prove itself

Vikings offensive line coach Jeff Davidson has a preferred cliché he'll trot out to keep from overextending his praise for a player's potential: The proof is in the pudding.

Xavier Rhodes: He's walking the walk

Xavier Rhodes' strut means he's confident in his immense cover skills

Vikings count on Blanton to develop at strong safety

The Vikings have the same four safeties this year as they had in 2014, and they're facing the same issue — who will start next to Harrison Smith? That answer appears to be Robert Blanton.

Vikings develop depth in linebacker corps

The Vikings have a lot of familiar faces at linebacker, yet they're much deeper at the position this season.

Another season together makes defensive line tougher

All four starters, including veteran end Brian Robison, return this season, and the goal is to dominate the line of scrimmage weekly.

Vikings offense boasts tradition of trendsetters

Norv Turner will try to follow a trail blazed by Burnsie and the SuperFreak

Zone read offense: NFL fad or future?

Vikings defensive coordinator George Edwards said the zone read still causes "some uneasiness" among defenders even a couple of seasons into its run of success.

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