Episode 105 - Cardinals Review and Falcons Preview

Matt is back to discuss the Minnesota Vikings' comeback win against the Arizona Cardinals and Preview their game against the Atlanta Falcons. Topics include:
Offense
Sam Darnold's comeback performance - downs early but incredible performance late
Turndowns/not progressing and holding on to the ball/not throwing hot early
Brandel disasterclass
Still showed good mobility
On time, correctly identified targets, and made nice throws during comeback
Jefferson route winning ability
Breakdown of 2 TDs
Aaron Jones - fumbles but much better in protection than anyone else
Cardinals peppered the defense with quick game
Runs were attacking Jerry Tillery
Heavy man coverage usage
Vikings run 1 Blitz with safety covering RB from depth
Fabian Moreau vs Marvin Harrison
vs Falcons
Kirk’s return
Strong run game with Bijan - can they repeat the Cardinals’ performance?
Defense lacks star power up front
A bunch of LB/blitzer bodies
Back end (Bates, Terrell, Simmons) dangerous because of turnover forcing abilities
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Most of Jones's fumbles have happened on the first drive. Give Akers first drive duties and problem solved.