Minnesota Vikings named a most improved team by NFL.com

The Minnesota Vikings were named one of the most improved teams in the NFL this offseason according to a recent article on the NFL’s official website.

Filling your needs during the offseason can be hard for an NFL team, but the Minnesota Vikings didn’t hesitate to spend money and use high draft picks to help make the team’s roster more competitive throughout.

When your favorite NFL team is recognized for their offseason efforts, that’s an even better sign that things are moving in the right direction. Recently, NFL.com offered up an article talking about the top 6 teams that improved this offseason, and the Minnesota Vikings made the list.

Written by NFL Media senior analyst Gil Brant, the article outlined the different parts of the Minnesota Vikings offseason. First, Brandt talked about the addition of two offensive lineman as well as a new coach who could make a big impact during the 2016 NFL season.

"“The Vikings needed offensive help and got it this offseason. Free-agent additions Alex Boone and Andre Smith will bolster an offensive line that should also welcome back fully healthy editions of John Sullivan and Phil Loadholt (who both missed all of 2015 with injuries). That unit will be directed this season by Tony Sparano, who is a good coach.”"

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Next, Brandt moved his attention to the NFL draft, where he talked about his love for the team’s first two selections and sees major success for them in the future.

"“I liked Minnesota’s draft haul, including cornerback Mackensie Alexander…First-round pick Laquon Treadwell, meanwhile, looks like the chain-moving No. 1 receiver the Vikes have lacked these past few seasons. Put a No. 88 on his back and you’d think he’s Michael Irvin. He’s also a blocker like Irvin was, meaning he’ll make the passing and running game better. He’s exactly what the doctor ordered for coordinator Norv Turner.”"

Finally, Brandt put free agency and the draft together with the current roster in addition to head coach Mike Zimmer and sees a great future for the franchise. Plus, Brandt ended his analysis with a bold prediction about the division in 2016.

"“Mike Zimmer is a special coach, and there is terrific cohesion in this organization, from the owners to the front office to the coaches. This was a good offseason for a team that I expect will repeat as NFC North champs.”"

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Having a great offseason on paper is fantastic, but it will be interesting to see how these new additions come together to help the Minnesota Vikings get closer to their goal of a Super Bowl victory. If nothing, it’s great that the organization is working as hard as it possibly can to help make that dream a reality.

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