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5 keys to victory: Minnesota Vikings vs Dallas Cowboys in week 13

By Adam Carlson

Aug 29, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Minnesota Vikings receiver Stefon Diggs (14) runs after a reception against Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jasper Brinkley (54) and cornerback Byron Jones (31) at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 29, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Minnesota Vikings receiver Stefon Diggs (14) runs after a reception against Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jasper Brinkley (54) and cornerback Byron Jones (31) at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 20, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) throws during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 20, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) throws during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /

#2. Look down the field

Sam Bradford said earlier this week that the team needs to make more big plays on offense. Of course, that’s going to be a tough task considering the injury depleted offensive line that is blocking for him.

But there are chances the team can be creative and find some ways to either engineer some deep passes or create big plays by putting the ball in the hands of some of the dynamic receivers the Vikings have at their disposal.

So far, the coaching staff has been able to make some adjustments to the offense to allow time for Sam Bradford to make quick, accurate passes. More adjustments will definitely be needed in order to open up a passing game so reliant on yards after the catch.

Again, this looks to be a big challenge, but one the Vikings will need to execute in order to have a shot at winning. Being efficient and moving the chains can be a recipe for success against some teams, but not a squad like Dallas has.

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