LB Eric Kendricks, second round, 2015
Kendricks isn’t the kind of linebacker who records a lot of sacks. However, Kendricks has cut out a role for himself on the Vikings defense, doing so by dropping back into coverage and providing value that way.
Pro Football Focus named Kendricks the Vikings’ most-improved player for 2019.
PFF gave Kendricks a 90 rating when it came to pass coverage as a linebacker. He will probably need to put up similar production in 2020, in order for the new-look secondary to find success.
Career Approximate Value: 41