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Davenport has something to prove....

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Like his honesty. Sometimes a little self awareness can motivate change. Might be one poised for a big year.

https://saintswire.usatoday.com/2023/03/26/vikings-de-marcus-davenport-admits-hes-still-upset-over-disappointing-saints-run/

#1 · May 11, 5:52 AM
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Hopefully Flores can unlock his potential. 

#2 · May 11, 6:12 AM
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Wish the guy well, but I have low expectations.  We'll see how he can do as an edge in a 3/4.  

#3 · May 11, 6:13 AM
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@"StickyBun" said: Like his honesty. Sometimes a little self awareness can motivate change. Might be one poised for a big year.

https://saintswire.usatoday.com/2023/03/26/vikings-de-marcus-davenport-admits-hes-still-upset-over-disappointing-saints-run/


Vikings continue to roster talent at the edge position for ridiculously cheap contracts. Not sure what they plan to do with Z, but I'm hoping they just pay him. Would love to see a rotation with Hunter, Davenport and Z Smith. 

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I read somewhere that Davenport is most effective as a pass rusher when lined up on the inside. It makes me wonder if although listed as an OLB on the depth chart, he was actually signed to replace some of Tomlinson's production.

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Kick the tires for 13 million.  :/ 

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@"Knucklehead" said: I read somewhere that Davenport is most effective as a pass rusher when lined up on the inside. It makes me wonder if although listed as an OLB on the depth chart, he was actually signed to replace some of Tomlinson's production.
I could see that. Viking got plenty of pressure outside last year, but almost nothing from the inside. I don't know how likely it is, but I sure would love to see a pass rush line that includes Hunter, Z AND Davenport. 
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@"MaroonBells" said:
@"Knucklehead" said: I read somewhere that Davenport is most effective as a pass rusher when lined up on the inside. It makes me wonder if although listed as an OLB on the depth chart, he was actually signed to replace some of Tomlinson's production.
I could see that. Viking got plenty of pressure outside last year, but almost nothing from the inside. I don't know how likely it is, but I sure would love to see a pass rush line that includes Hunter, Z AND Davenport. 
When Z is healthy and motivated? He is most devastating lining up all over. I have seen him absolutely blow-up OG's over the years. 

I think I heard he just got a new agent?

Same one as Darrisaw?

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