The loss of leaders in the locker room is something the Vikings have to overcome in the upcoming season. Four team captains departed. Adam Thielen, Dalvin Cook, Eric Kendricks, and Patrick Peterson will be missed, possibly even more in the locker room than on the field, as leadership continues to be an underrated quality.
Vikings Receiver Is Welcoming the Leadership Role
Whenever a veteran leaves a team, a spot is open on the playing field and in the locker room. New voices are needed, and the Vikings must rely on some new guys to step up. Younger players are slowly becoming the old guys in the room with the frequency of roster changes in the NFL.