Access Vikings morning walkthrough: Floyd to start at nose tackle, Seattle's dynamic D-end duo and more

Every weekday, we walk you through what's going on with the Vikings.

WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED

— Sharrif Floyd said yesterday that he will make his first career start at nose tackle on Sunday with Linval Joseph expected to sit out with a foot injury. The 295-pounder said he is ready for that physical challenge.

— Speaking of injuries, outside linebacker Anthony Barr missed practice.

— Running back Adrian Peterson was named the NFC's Offensive Player of the Month for November, and he's showing no signs of slowing down.

— No running back has been better in the fourth quarter this season than Peterson. That's one of Vikings five stats that stand out this week.

— Tight end Rhett Ellison is again showing his value as a blocker.

— After bouncing between the two spots, rookie DeShawn Shead may have finally found his spot as Seattle's starting right cornerback for now.

— Seahawks center Patrick Lewis had to learn to speak up this season.

— Seahawks corner Richard Sherman has been inspired by Kobe Bryant after growing up in Compton, Calif. and watching him as a kid.

TODAY'S VIKINGS SCHEDULE

The Vikings changed up their schedule again today. Coach Mike Zimmer will talk before practice, which starts a little later than usual at 11:45 a.m.