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Vikings blitz Jordan Love on 78.3% of dropbacks in Week 1

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 6:40 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Vikings blitz Jordan Love on 78.3% of dropbacks in Week 1

Summary

During Week 1, the Minnesota Vikings employed an aggressive defensive strategy against Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love, blitzing him on 78.3% of his dropbacks according to Next Gen Stats. This marks the highest blitz rate against a quarterback in eight years, as noted by Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer. The Vikings maintained their pressure, particularly in the second half, contributing to a commanding 39-22 victory. Defensive coordinator Brian Flores' relentless approach put Love in uncomfortable situations, forcing him to identify and address the pressure consistently. After this performance, it appears Flores intends to continue his aggressive tactics throughout the season.

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By the Numbers

•Vikings blitzed Love 78.3% of his dropbacks.
•This is the highest blitz rate in eight years.
•Vikings controlled the game, leading to a 39-22 win.
•Flores' defense looks to dictate play against quarterbacks.
•Expect continued aggressive tactics from Minnesota in 2026.

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Brian Flores has never been shy about sending pressure. But what the Minnesota Vikings did to Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love in Week 1 took his aggressive philosophy to another level. According to Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer, Minnesota blitzed Love on a staggering 78.3% of his dropbacks , per Next Gen Stats. Breer noted that it was […] The post Vikings news: Minnesota's mind-boggling blitz numbers on Jordan Love in Week 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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