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Packers-Vikings Q&A: Minnesota defense still packs a punch after offseason departures

In the Mike Zimmer era, the Minnesota Vikings have done plenty of damage on offense, but defense has always been their calling card. After a long run of success, though, some of the most integral parts of their elite defenses have moved on to new teams.

Where does that leave the Vikings in 2020? To find out, we caught up with Eric Thompson of the Daily Norseman for a chat.

Acme Packing Company: Starting on defense, the Vikings experienced some high-profile departures but also made some noteworthy additions, both in the draft and, most significantly, through a recent high-profile trade.