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5 keys to victory: Minnesota Vikings at Philadelphia Eagles

By Adam Carlson

Sep 25, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) sits on the bench in the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. The Vikings defeated the Panthers 22-10. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 25, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) sits on the bench in the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. The Vikings defeated the Panthers 22-10. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 27, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive end Brian Robison (96) celebrates a sack of New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) during the second quarter at TCF Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive end Brian Robison (96) celebrates a sack of New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) during the second quarter at TCF Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /

Get Dem Sacks!

One thing that the Minnesota Vikings do extremely well is getting to opposing quarterbacks. With a combination of tough pass rushers, the team has 19 sacks through 5 games, making them tied for 3rd most in the NFL.

Carson Wentz has been sacked 12 times through 5 games, which is not a good sign for their offensive line when it comes to facing off against Mike Zimmer’s defense. Honestly, it would be disappointing if the Vikings were unable to sack Wentz at least 3 times during the game.

The Eagles rookie quarterback already has a reputation for trying to stay in the pocket as long as possible to let plays develop, but that might not be the smartest move against the Minnesota defense, who will be swarming him from all angles.

This could be key in the field position battle that is likely to happen in this game. 3rd and long or deep 4th down punts could lead to great things, especially considering how well Marcus Sherels is returning on special teams this year.

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