The Minnesota Vikings are absolutely rolling, ripping off eight wins in a row, including a perfect 3-0 start this season. It’s clear their defense is making opposing quarterbacks sweat, consistently getting into the backfield before the ball can even leave their hands. This unit isn’t just good, they are flirting with an all-time NFL record.
A Sack Streak Like No Other (Almost)
We’re talking about a six-game streak where the Vikings defense has notched four or more sacks in each contest. Think about that for a second. Six straight games of pure quarterback terror. That’s just two games shy of the legendary all-time record, set by the 1975 Colts with eight consecutive games of four-plus sacks. Only three other teams have even hit seven games in a row: the 1986 Broncos, the 1969 Lions, and the 1963 Giants. What the Vikings are doing right now is the longest streak the league has seen since the Giants pulled it off way back in 2001. That’s serious company.
Dominance By The Numbers
It’s not just a streak, it’s consistent pressure. The Vikings are leading the entire NFL with a whopping 14 sacks already this season. And a big reason for that is guys like Dallas Turner, who’s already racked up 3.5 sacks himself. This defense is playing with an edge, making a statement every time they step on the field. They’re not just winning games, they’re dominating the trenches.
The Vikings are on the cusp of etching their name into the NFL record books, and you know their defense is hungry for it. Every snap, every pass rush, they’re chasing history, and it’s electrifying to watch.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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