Brian Flores has both a tough and envious task.
In one way, Flores starts his job as the Vikings defensive coordinator with a huge challenge. Outside of edge rusher Danielle Hunter, linebacker Jordan Hicks and safety Harrison Smith, Minnesota largely fields a young starting defense, with little experience in key roles.
In another way, Flores is taking over a defense that was horrific one year ago. In short, his influence is both welcome and needed for a team that, despite going 13–4 last year, many national pundits believe is ready to have a down year.
