The Vikings offensive line had long been lauded for its run-blocking ability while leaving plenty to be desired protecting their quarterback. In 2023, the Vikings OL has flipped the script — for better and worse.
Vikings OL Has Flipped the Script
The Vikings OL is protecting their QB, whether it’s Kirk Cousins, Jaren Hall, or Joshua Dobbs, as well as any Vikings OL has done for years. Minnesota had enough confidence in the unit to trade away former starting left guard Ezra Cleveland to the Jacksonville Jaguars on trade deadline day. After dropping out of the team due to injury, Dalton Risner took his place, and the soon-to-be free agent was moved.