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Grading the Vikings defensive free agents so far this season

By Mohamed Salad

Oct 10, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson (7) and the Vikings take the field before the game between the Detroit Lions and the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 10, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson (7) and the Vikings take the field before the game between the Detroit Lions and the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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(David Berding-USA TODAY Sports) Everson Griffen – Minnesota Vikings /

Everson Griffen – DE

Grade – A+

Incredible. Everson Griffen has been amazing for the Vikings since his return. Griffen signed for the Vikings quite late on but has slot right in as if he had never left. At first, the coaching staff was pretty clear that Griffen would be a role player and would be involved in limited snaps.

But because Griffen has been so impressive, the Vikings’ coaching staff have no choice but to let him play more snaps. Coupled with Danielle Hunter, the Vikings possess one of the most fearsome defensive lines in football.

With 4 sacks, Griffen has played a huge part in the Vikings being number one in sacks in the NFL. His experience and familiarity with the Vikings’ defensive scheme make him a massive asset to the Vikings.

Griffen has always been a big part of the defensive locker room, his production on the field and his leadership are more than enough reasons to bring him back.

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