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Houston Texans at Minnesota Vikings: 5 keys to victory

By Adam Carlson

Sep 18, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer and safety Harrison Smith (22) against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings defeated the Packers 17-14. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 18, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer and safety Harrison Smith (22) against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings defeated the Packers 17-14. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 18, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Will Fuller (15) is unable to make a catch inbounds during the second quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 18, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Will Fuller (15) is unable to make a catch inbounds during the second quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports /

#4: Keep tabs on Will Fuller

Remember how Ted Ginn became Cam Newton’s favorite target against the Vikings because he could use his speed and athleticism to blow past defensive backs when they were focused on bigger-bodied targets?

Well, that same situation could happen on Sunday when Minnesota focuses too much on defending Hopkins and overlooks what Fuller can do. Yes, Fuller does drop some passes, but that can’t be relied upon…especially if the beats the defense deep.

Furthermore, offense isn’t the only place Fuller might be dangerous. In the past, the young man has excelled when it comes to kick returns. If Houston decides to give him a few opportunities at that this week, Minnesota will have to stay on their toes.

Minnesota has physical and disciplined cornerbacks, but they don’t have many guys that can match speed with the faster wide receivers in the NFL, which presents a unique challenge for an otherwise stout defense.

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