Dec 18, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson (28) is tackled by Indianapolis Colts linebacker Antonio Morrison (44) and defensive tackle David Parry (54) during the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /
Nov 20, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; New Minnesota Vikings kicker Kai Forbath (2) looks to the scoreboard during the game with the Arizona Cardinals at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports /
The Good Stuff
Jeff Locke had a solid day punting. It’s not a good thing when the punting is highlight of a game. However, Locke is having a career year booting the football (aside from a tough performance against the Cowboys) and looks to be a LOCKE for a contract extension.
Kai Forbath is looking good. He made both attempts this game, including a 51 yard boot. Kicks those long are always a gamble, but so far Forbath has been perfect on field goals since joining the Vikings. An excellent pickup from the Vikings front office.
I played Frank Gore in fantasy. Yep, you don’t care about this one bit, but it’s my fantasy football playoffs and I need points. Even though he didn’t find the end zone, Gore got me a solid number of points for yardage. So, at least for me, that was a positive.
Stefon Diggs continues to fight. He absorbed some big hits and broke tackles to gain yardage even when the lead seemed insurmountable. He’s a guy the Vikings can continue to build around that will likely be in Minnesota for many, many more years.
That’s all I’ve got. Not a lot else to be happy about during this game. Honestly, I’m a bit surprised I could come up with four!
