Four Vikings in make-or-break years

The Minnesota Vikings have some players who entering key 2021 NFL seasons.

The Vikings have some players across their roster that are entering pivotal stages of their career.

Minnesota has young players who need to prove they can make it in the NFL. The team also has some veterans who need to step into bigger roles or show that they can still be consistent.

The Vikings disappointed in 2020. Now, the team will have big expectations in another year under Mike Zimmer and Rick Spielman — can the team get back to the postseason or will the team be at a crossroads yet again?

For the team as a whole, it’s a make-or-break year, but here are some players who especially need to perform for the sake of their careers: