Jim Souhan grades the Vikings

September 12, 2016 at 5:11AM

OFFENSE

Souhan's grade: C

Run-blocking mediocre, Peterson went backward too often, Hill is limited as a passer, but the O didn't make any crushing mistakes.

DEFENSE

Souhan's grade: A

Scored both Vikings' touchdown, contained Titans' confusing rushing offense.

SPECIAL TEAMS

Souhan's grade: C

Patterson's kick return to start the 2nd half turned the tide; Walsh cost team four points.

COACHING

Souhan's grade: A

Zimmer went with simplified offense in attempt to win with D, special teams, and if Walsh had better day, may have won even more easily.

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