Vikings looking for a more versatile kind of safety

[Mothman]

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The Vikings could be in the market for safety help this spring, and they're asking players to do much more than they used to. For that, they can thank Calvin Johnson, Brandon Marshall, Randall Cobb and Jermichael Finley.

The preponderance of multiple-receiver sets, dominant wideouts who require extra attention, shifty slot receivers and athletic tight ends has forced many teams to ditch the archaic distinction between free and strong safety. The Vikings now are looking for players who are both strong enough to play near the line of scrimmage and quick enough to help against spread offenses. And a year after they traded up to snag Harrison Smith at the end of the first round, they could look to the draft for another versatile safety.

[HardcoreVikesFan]

I hope so. Sanford is not a viable long term starter and neither is Mistral. I want Blanton to get his shot, but I hope the team upgrades the SS spot. Safety is almost as important, if not more important, than linebackers in the Cover 2.

[S197]

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This is why I wouldn't rule out Elam as a possible pick. He's exactly what they're looking for and would make a deadly combo. Vikings could probably trade back a little to snag him too. Spielman did say he wants another draft pick.