The 3 Most Underrated Vikings Players thru 2 Games

2. Jihad Ward (OLB)
Minnesota has lacked credible pass-rushing depth for a few seasons. With Ward, that streak may be over. It’s only been two games,” but Ward has played quite well, en route to a 74.9 PFF grade heading into Week 3, which, of course, is starting-caliber production.
The Vikings don’t need Ward to start because of Jonathan Greenard, Dallas Turner, and Andrew Van Ginkel on the roster. Yet, Ward is a sweet perk on 3rd Downs, for example.
There was also stuff like this versus the 49ers:
1. Patrick Jones (OLB)
His prestige may wear off a bit, but through two games, he’s the Vikings’ most underrated player.
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