Minnesota Vikings Defense Reaches Historic Efficiency Tiers Through Six Games

By Bill Barnwell · ESPN · 2026-10-26

According to ESPN, the Minnesota Vikings have established themselves as the premier defensive unit in the NFL, conceding just 1.1 points per possession. Defensive coordinator Brian Flores utilized an unprecedented 85% blitz rate to dismantle the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, hold

According to ESPN, the Minnesota Vikings have established themselves as the premier defensive unit in the NFL, conceding just 1.1 points per possession. Defensive coordinator Brian Flores utilized an unprecedented 85% blitz rate to dismantle the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, hold