Access Vikings morning walkthrough: Gurley touted as next Peterson, Bridgewater shows poise

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

WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED

— St. Louis rookie running back Todd Gurley has quickly emerged as one of the best rushers in the NFL. He'll go head-to-head with one of the best veteran running backs, Adrian Peterson, on Sunday.

— Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater bails himself out in the fourth quarter, shows he has potential to be more consistent late in the game.

— Bridgewater and rookie wide receiver Stefon Diggs continue to connect for big plays late in the game. The most recent was a 40-yard game-tying touchdown against Chicago.

— The Rams have a similar build as the Vikings. Here's an early look at how the teams stack up.

— Hear why Bridgewater likes Diggs' swagger.

— St. Louis running back Todd Gurley and receiver Tavon Austin are building off one another's success.

— The Rams have struggled in the past against the Vikings and hope history doesn't repeat itself Sunday at TCF Bank Stadium.

— Running back Trey Watts was suspended at least for the rest of the season; Mike Zimmer's local ties to St. Louis.

TODAY'S VIKINGS SCHEDULE

Coordinators George Edwards, Mike Priefer and Norv Turner are set to be on the podium at 11 a.m. Then the Vikings practice at 1 p.m.