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Why the Vikings are 0-3 is pretty simple. They have nine turnovers, the defense is getting shredded, and the offense is terrible in the red zone. It's really that simple. Minnesota's defense ranks 26th in points allowed (27.3 per game).
You might find it wise for the Minnesota Vikings to explore drafting a wide receiver with the 23rd overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, but a popular former Vikings linebacker doesn’t agree.
Former Vikings linebacker Ben Leber said in a recent media appearance that former coach Mike Zimmer flat-out “did not like” Cousins, nor did he respect the quarterback enough to let him take leadership of the team.
Please note: This video originally appeared on our sister-site PurplePTSD.com. This is Episode 20 of VikesNow, a YouTube channel devoted to daily Minnesota Vikings analysis.
This is Episode 20 of VikesNow, a YouTube channel devoted to daily Minnesota Vikings analysis. This episode features Ben Leber’s Vikings predictions and analysis.