Bill Barnwell analyzes the Minnesota Vikings' defense as potentially historically great through six games. The unit allows only 1.1 points per possession, ranking No. 1 in the NFL. Only the Seattle Seahawks allow fewer than 1.7 points per drive at 1.4.
Through five and a half games after Week 1, the Vikings have surrendered just four offensive touchdowns. Brian Flores' defense was fourth in points allowed per drive in 2024 and 2025, and retained most pieces despite Jonathan Greenard's departure. The analysis compares the current Vikings to elite defenses from 2000 onward, noting a modern offensive era beginning in 2007.
Across teams through six games since 2007, the Vikings rank at the top historically. The article also notes the Texans' defense is no longer considered elite and raises concerns about the Baltimore Ravens' run game with Derrick Henry.
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