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Team leaders from the Minnesota Vikings 2016 NFL season

By Adam Carlson

Oct 23, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer yells at his offense as they come of the field during the third quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. The Eagles defeated the Vikings, 21-10. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer yells at his offense as they come of the field during the third quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. The Eagles defeated the Vikings, 21-10. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 1, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) throws during the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) throws during the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /

Passing Leaders

Starting 15 of the Vikings 16 game during the 2016 season, Bradford was one of the most solid passers in the National Football League. Because of that, he dominates the list of passing leaders, since the closest competition is backup Shaun Hill, who started just one game.

Here’s a look at where Bradford led the team:

Passing Yards – Sam Bradford (3,877)

Even with not playing one game and not having a full preseason to prepare, Bradford was knocking on the door of 4,000 yards. He ended the season with 3,877 yards through the air (16th in the NFL), and there are hopes that number will be even higher during the 2017 season.

Passing Touchdowns – Sam Bradford (20)

Bradford threw 20 touchdowns this season. Although that number only puts him tied for 18th in the NFL, the fact that only 5 of his passes were intercepted gives him an impressive 4:1 TD to INT ratio.

Completion Percentage – Sam Bradford (71.6)

This is where Bradford really shined. Not only did he set Vikings franchise records for his efficiency, but he led the league and set a new record to land in the NFL history books. 71.6% is a very impressive number, but not a huge surprise considering he broke the Eagles completion percentage record the previous year.

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