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The Minnesota Vikings are ramping up for the upcoming season, and the focus is on improving and refining their strategy. A key player on the team, K.J. Osborn, is motivated to prove himself and earn the respect of his teammates and fans despite the addition of Jordan Addison, which has created some uncertainty about his role on the team. Osborn is aware that the NFL is a constantly changing league where players are always being replaced, and he is determined to work hard and show his worth to the team. With the Vikings expected to use more two-tight-end sets and running backs to improve their run game and create confusion for defenses, it remains to be seen how Osborn will fit into the team's overall strategy. However, he had career highs in targets and receptions last season and played in all 17 games for the second year in a row, indicating that he is a valuable asset to the team.

In addition to training, the Minnesota Vikings are in the midst of voluntary organized team activities (OTAs), where players have been practicing and competing to get ready for the upcoming season. Notable absences from the team include Danielle Hunter, Dalvin Cook, and Justin Jefferson, who have not attended any OTAs so far. Hunter and Cook have contract issues that are keeping them away, and there are rumors that Cook may be on the trading block. Jefferson is practicing on his own, and his absence is not contract-related. Other players, such as Harrison Smith and Jordan Hicks, have attended OTAs after choosing not to attend last week. Jordan Addison suffered a non-serious injury at the end of rookie camp and is considered day-to-day, while other players are rehabbing from injuries.

The defense is a major focus of the team during OTAs, with Brian Flores installing some exotic looks and plays that players describe as intense and aggressive. Flores is putting his stamp on the defensive identity he talked about establishing last week, and players are responding positively to it. The team is also holding joint practices with the Tennessee Titans and Arizona Cardinals ahead of their week two and three preseason games, following the success of last year's joint practices with the San Francisco 49ers. These joint practices will provide a boost of energy to the team and help them to prepare for the upcoming season.

Overall, the Minnesota Vikings are leaving no stone unturned in their preparations for the upcoming season. They are focused on improving their defense and refining their strategy, while individual players like K.J. Osborn are motivated to prove their worth and earn respect. With the season opener just a few months away, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an exciting and competitive season for the team.

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