Vikings OTAs: How Brian Flores’ defense becomes ‘multiple’ and more on Brian Asamoah
New York TimesEAGAN, Minn. — In conversations with players on his defense, Brian Flores has talked about identity. “What I love about our defense and staff is the answer is toughness first, then fundamentals, technique and effort.” GO DEEPER Brian Flores’ defense makes 'intense' first impression at Vikings OTAs Akayleb Evans’ tackling Because the Vikings were so active during the 2022 NFL Draft, it’s easy to forget that the team traded pick No. It’s just about keeping my head out of it.” Siravo said that for more than two decades, clinics suggested that players should “get your head across,” or, essentially, stick your head into the collision area. Daniels called Cine’s recovery and current status “mind-blowing.” “He comes back off a compound fracture and is looking more explosive than he did last year,” Daniels said. Flores, too, said he has noticed Cine “working, working, working and working.” Flores cautioned that there will be a learning curve for Cine and most of the team’s young players.
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