Vikings fans, by and large, were clamoring for WR3 help throughout the offseason. I’ve been among the minority who thinks it’s not that important, but I do get the rationale. Many of the league’s top offenses prioritize 11 personnel, so perhaps Minnesota ought to get three receivers on the field more. Being able to do so effectively requires a competent WR3. Alas, most Vikings fans have gotten their wish in Dede Westbrook, a player who has been getting his fair share of training camp hype.
Before I offer my reasoning for why fans ought to slow down the hype train, I’ll pass along a Dede Westbrook refresher.