{
  "id": 2883263,
  "title": "PFF grades from the Vikings preseason loss to the Ravens",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/pff-grades-from-the-vikings-preseason-loss-to-the-ravens",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-23T22:35:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/pff-grades-vikings-preseason-loss-223519018.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The preseason loss to the Ravens revealed few high grades or standout performances from the Minnesota Vikings, according to Pro Football Focus (PFF). The team's offensive and defensive units both had notable disappointments, while a few players managed to shine.\n\nOn the offensive side of things, running back Zavier Scott emerged as the team's best performer, receiving a grade of 75.2 for his contributions. Quarterback Max Brosmer struggled mightily, earning a dismal grade of 37.9. Wide receiver Michael Briscoe, who had limited opportunities, posted a grade of 45.8. On the receiving end, Briscoe once again underperformed with a grade of 67.9.\n\nDefensively, defensive linemen Elijah Williams led the way with a grade of 86.5, while cornerback Da Veawn Armstead and safety Jacob Thomas each earned a grade of 86.4. Linebacker Smith Vilbert, however, was among the worst performers, receiving a grade of 30.2.\n\nIn the run defense, Williams led the way with a grade of 83.2, while linebackers Jacob Roberts and Cam Ron Stewart both posted grades of 75.8 and 72, respectively. On the other side of the ball, defensive tackle Caleb Banks struggled with a grade of 42.8, as did Domonique Orange at 53.5.\n\nThe best pass rush came from linebacker Jake Golday (90.9), linebacker Kenny Dyson Jr. (81.6), and linebacker Bengally Kamara (78). However, defensive tackle Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins, defensive lineman Isaiahh Loudermilk, and cornerback Bryce Phillips all struggled with pass rush grades of 35.8, 51, and 50.9, respectively.\n\nOn the pass defense front, cornerback Da Veawn Armstead again stood out with a grade of 82.9, while safeties Jacob Thomas and cornerback Bryce Phillips each earned grades of 77.6 and 50.9, respectively. Linebacker Kenny Dyson Jr. was among the worst when it came to pass coverage, posting a grade of 31.8.",
  "summary": "PFF grades are in from the Vikings second preseason game against the Ravens.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}