EAGAN, Minn. -- Defensive end Everson Griffen calls the Minnesota Vikings' defensive performance against the Atlanta Falcons "great," not just because of the success the unit drew from constantly pressuring quarterback Matt Ryan but also that it allowed Minnesota to carry out its rush plan effectively.
“We got to start that way each and every time,” Griffen said. “We’ve got to start fast, and we’ve got to end fast. Sixty minutes, all gas pedal. “