Kevin O’Connell is so invested in his future that he let Carson Wentz sacrifice himself on the field to protect Brosmer’s readiness. It’s not just the quarterback position this year, though.
Myles Price Is the Special Sauce for Vikings Special Teams
Myles Price went undrafted out of Indiana and shone during the preseason. He was a favorite target for Brosmer on the second unit, and he carved out a role. While wide receiver is his position, that group is deep for the Vikings, and it was never going to lead to consistent playing time.
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Enter special teams duties.
Similar to Adam Thielen before him, Price has thrived on special teams as an undrafted wide receiver, and he has excelled. Price has had plenty of flashes this year, but it was Sunday that really jumped off the page. Price broke off a 61-yard kick return to set the Vikings up in plus position, and he averaged 32.8 yards per return on his five attempts.
Later in the game, Price housed a 99-yard return only for a questionable Tavierre Thomas holding penalty to wipe it off the board. Price is working as both the punt and kick returner for Minnesota, and he has shown a high level of production on both fronts.
 celebrates a touchdown during the second quarter of a game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images</p>
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<p>On 28 kick returns through eight games, Price is averaging 26.4 yards per attempt. The NFL has rejuvenated the kickoff with new return rules, and a player like Price is absolutely someone who should be capable of capitalizing on it. The Vikings are still watching Price acclimate to this level, and the speed at which the game is played certainly changes. As his rookie year rolls on, you should expect more performances like Sunday to pop up.</p>
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Ultimately, players ticketed for special teams have a limited impact in any given game. The effect they do generate is often substantial, though, and Price has been an embodiment of that reality.
Ted Schwerzler is a Minneapolis based blogger that covers the Minnesota Twins and Vikings. Sharing thoughts constantly on Twitter, … More about Ted Schwerzler
