During practices and meetings, Brian Asamoah has steadily raised the expectations of Vikings coaches and teammates.
The 22-year-old Asamoah, a rookie linebacker who was a third-round pick, forced and recovered a fumble with a punch worthy of Charles Tillman in Saturday's win against the Giants. He's raising the bar after getting more playing time.
Asamoah requested edge rusher Danielle Hunter's jersey after the win. Hunter penned his signature, handed it over and then told reporters how Asamoah fell short of his expectations on the 12-yard fumble return.
"I was expecting him to go all the way, but he didn't," Hunter said.