3 Sneaky Vikings X-Factor Players Helping Fuel the Perfect Start

Everybody knows about Kyler Murray, Justin Jefferson, and Dallas Turner. Digging deeper would still involve lots of people recognizing the effort from Aaron Jones, Blake Cashman, and Jalen Redmond (among others). Are there some sneaky x-factor Vikings players who have been critical to the team s success? I think so. The Minnesota Vikings have been leaning on an elite defense, an elite special teams, and an offense that some view as being less than stellar. Go ahead and consider who has been playing some good ball but in an overlooked manner. 3 Sneaky Vikings X-Factor Players Center Blake Brandel Jan 13, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Minnesota Vikings guard Blake Brandel (64) against the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Credit: USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect He was an August concern. Not so in October. The C1 have been playing solid football. On PFF, Brandel is being listed with