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2016 NFL Power Rankings: Chasing The West Divisions

By Erik Lambert

Nov 15, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (30) is pursued by Arizona Cardinals defenders during the third quarter at CenturyLink Field. The Cardinals won 39-32. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 15, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (30) is pursued by Arizona Cardinals defenders during the third quarter at CenturyLink Field. The Cardinals won 39-32. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 12, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer looks on from the sidelines in the second half against the Cincinnati Bengals in a preseason NFL football game at Paul Brown Stadium. The Vikings won 17-16. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 12, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer looks on from the sidelines in the second half against the Cincinnati Bengals in a preseason NFL football game at Paul Brown Stadium. The Vikings won 17-16. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports /

player. 60. Hiring Mike Zimmer was the key to the Minnesota Vikings making the jump they did in 2015. By all accounts they should’ve beaten the Seahawks in the playoff opener but like any young team they made too many mistakes. Since then they’ve had a chance to mature and learn from that and there is every reason to think they’re ready to take an even bigger step forward this season. <p>Adrian Peterson is still around toting the rock. Teddy Bridgewater, while not flashy has proven every bit the intelligent and accurate game manager he needs to be. It’s the defense that is proving the strength of this team with talent at every level. Everson Griffen is an underrated pass rusher. Anthony Barr was everywhere at linebacker and Harrison Smith has become a star everybody thought he’d be at safety. Combine that with a wealth of quality bodies at corner and this team can match up with any opponent.</p>. . . Minnesota Vikings . 4

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