Zimmer called his best game of the season, only rivaled by the playoff win last year. The defensive playcalling was a masterful display, overcoming a personnel disparity and containing an elite squad across from the Vikings. Plus, the release of Hercules Mata'afa, whether or not the Vikings will play Dalvin Cook against Atlanta, and a 101 primer on blitz counters.

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Hercules Mata'afa: https://www.startribune.com/vikings-waive-defensive-tackle-hercules-mataafa-sign-end-jordan-brailford/572730731/

Some good zone coverage: https://twitter.com/LukeBraunNFL/status/1316141664012914688

My article about the 4th down choice: https://zonecoverage.com/2020/minnesota-vikings-news/crunching-the-numbers-behind-mike-zimmers-4th-and-1-decision/

How to counter a blitz: https://twitter.com/LukeBraunNFL/status/1316218709866733569

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Dalvin Cook's MRI returned encouraging results, meaning he could play against Atlanta week 6, if the Vikings want to chance it. Plus, a thick mailbag with questions about cleaning out the front office, Eric Bienemy, defensive play calling and my favorite girl scout cookie.

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Dalvin Cook: https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2020/10/12/mike-zimmer-dalvin-cooks-mri-went-pretty-well/

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The game in Seattle is one I won't quickly forget, but I wish I could. Despite running more plays, dominating in production, and out-playing the Seahawks for the majority of the game, the Vikings lost the game. It all came down to some debatable 4th down decision-making and a 94-yard Russell Wilson drive that just adds another notch in his long line of late-game heroics.

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Final box score: https://www.espn.com/nfl/game?gameId=401220367

Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1YIigArbYoo

A fantastic video of bunnies in hats, which you probably need right now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NEn6Z0KbcQ

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Today on Locked On Vikings, we talk about the upcoming Seahawks-Vikings matchup, and focus on the terrifying Seahawks passing game. Plus, how the face of the defense changes without Eric Kendricks, Holton Hill and with the return of Mike Hughes. Finally, your bold predictions are getting bolder, and I couldn't be happier about it.

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Injury report: https://www.dailynorseman.com/2020/10/8/21508474/minnesota-vikings-interim-injury-report-eric-kendricks-still-not-practicing

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The Vikings' 2019 1st round pick is coming into his own. Plus, we'll talk about the Wednesday injury report, and talk to Corbin Smith of Locked On Seahawks about these two struggling secondaries and the barn-burners that Russell Wilson has to throw to.

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Injury report: https://www.vikings.com/team/injury-report/

Garrett Bradbury article will be posted here when it releases

That 3rd downs chart: https://twitter.com/gredelsheimer/status/1313955990103097346

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With the COVID episode of week 3 in the rearview mirror, we have to turn to the rest of the season. Danielle Hunter's herniated disc in his neck could sideline him for the rest of the season, and some key stats that define the Vikings four weeks in. We'll also talk about Kirk Cousins' aggressiveness and what we can learn from using salted butter in baking. Finally, we'll go in-depth with the cornerbacks and the effect that pressure had on Deshaun Watson on Sunday.

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Danielle Hunter: https://www.twincities.com/2020/10/06/danielle-hunters-personal-trainer-tells-injured-vikings-star-he-should-sit-out-rest-of-season/

Kirk Cousins aggression: https://zonecoverage.com/2020/minnesota-vikings-news/kirk-cousins-is-more-aggressive-than-you-think/

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The Vikings have blown a few multi-score leads this season, so let's talk about what different coverages are, and the dreaded "prevent" defense. I wanted to get better at identifying coverages before the snap, so I brought in former college QB and draft scout Jordan Reid to impart his wisdom. Plus, your twitter questions!

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The Vikings won 31-23 in Houston to notch their first win of the season. The game featured three skill players with 100+ yard games in Cook, Thielen and Jefferson. The rookies looked better, the horrifying performances of the last few weeks were a distant memory as the Vikings finally found a way to look competent. They weren't without their blunders, but it brings up the question- who cares? The Texans stink, and what good is a win that only hurts the Vikings' 2021 draft position? Let's dunk on that logic.

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Vikings-Texans preview on Locked On Vikings. The Vikings re-opened their facility after shutting down for a couple days due to COVID-19 concerns. The Titans' outbreak is still quite the story, but the Vikings still haven't had a positive test so far. We'll have to keep an eye on it as things move forward. But let's focus on Houston, when they try to attempt deep passes, what those passes look like, and how to defend them. We'll also talk about what's exploitable about the Houston defense and how teams have been defending Deshaun Watson.

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Latest on the Vikings' tumultuous week: https://sports.yahoo.com/report-vikings-had-no-positive-covid-19-tests-on-wednesday-plan-to-return-to-practice-155318166.html

My article on the Texans, 3rd and short, and playing off coverage: https://zonecoverage.com/2020/minnesota-vikings-news/why-the-vikings-cornerbacks-play-off-opposing-receivers-on-3rd-and-short/

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The Vikings seem to be gearing up to play in Houston, even down a day of practice. We'll talk about that, Spielman's comments about Ezra Cleveland, and the possible ramifications of playing through a COVID outbreak. Then we'll hop on the line with John and Coty at Locked On Texans. Who is going to destroy the guards this time? Will they shadow Adam Thielen? Let's get to know our opponent.

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