Vikings Anticipate Bears Fixing Field Goal Protection

The Vikings were well-prepared for their game against the Bears. They had noticed a weak spot in the Bears' field goal operation during their Week 11 game. A crucial field goal attempt by Cairo Santos was blocked, which ended up being a significant moment in the game. The game went into overtime, and the Vikings eventually won. Safety Theo Jackson and linebacker Pat Jones II shared their thoughts on the matter. They mentioned that Santos' kicks have a low trajectory, making them easier to block. They were surprised that the Bears didn't change their protection scheme after the previous week's problem. "It’s unusual for teams not to fix issues like this, " Jones said. "We knew if they didn't fix it, we could take advantage. " Santos took responsibility for the field goal unit's struggles but emphasized that it's a team issue. This problem has now played a role in two consecutive losses for the Bears, highlighting the urgent need for a quick solution.