Analysis of a Slow Start: Vikings vs. Lions

Tim Fuller-USA TODAY SportsWhile the Vikings ended up beating the Lions convincingly last weekend on the road, they got off to a poor start which was concerning and seemed to raise a little doubt about the new offensive coordinator Kevin Stefanski, and how reliable the Vikings offense may be going forward.

But looking back at the game, the slow start had little to do with Stefanski’s game plan or play calling, and more to do with some poor execution and a couple questionable decisions by Kirk Cousins.

Let’s have a look.

The Vikings first drive began in a bad spot - their own two yard line - and was made worse by a false start penalty, placing the ball on the one yard line. That led to a QB…