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The Vikings had the same five offensive linemen start all 16 games this season.
Matt Kalil, 23,
left tackle
Rookie was 2012 first-round pick (fourth overall) and is a Pro Bowl alternate.
Charlie Johnson, 28, left guard
Seven-year veteran was starting LT last season, moved to guard to make room for Kalil.
John Sullivan, 27, center
A sixth-rounder in 2008, he's now among NFL's elite. Also a Pro Bowl
alternate.
Brandon Fusco, 24, right guard
The 2011 sixth-rounder alternated with Geoff Schwartz, but now is in for every snap.
Phil Loadholt, 26, right tackle
Team's biggest player (6-8, 343) is four-year starter; can be a free agent in March.
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