Xavier Rhodes was an All-Pro pick two years ago, when it seemed he could disrupt almost any pass attempt that came his way.
But during the past two seasons, the Vikings cornerback's coverage area has been draped in yellow — 16 penalties in 22 games.
Pass deflections and interceptions are no longer a top priority, Rhodes said after Thursday night's 19-9 win against Washington. He said he' remains focused on trying to curb his increasing penalty total this season. His seventh flag in eight games, a 19-yard defensive pass interference, moved Washington to the 2-yard line in the first half.