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Rudolph reportedly working on improving as a blocker

Pro Football Focus | June 19, 2017

Related Topics: Kyle Rudolph, Mike Zimmer, Minnesota Vikings, Blocking (American football), Tight end

  • In an interview with the Minnesota Star Tribune, Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said tight end Kyle Rudolph has improved as a blocker this offseason.
  • Rudolph is coming off a breakout year in which he saw 120 targets, second-most among tight ends. He caught 83 passes for 840 yards and seven touchdowns. Rudolph also saw the most targets (25) and the most receptions (15) inside the red zone among tight ends. He earned a PFF overall grade of 78.1, 13th in the NFL.
  • Rudolph was used in pass protection on 12.
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