Zygi Wilf Says Mike Zimmer’s Job Is Safe

Despite taking fire recently from fans and the media, Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer‘s job is not in jeopardy according to team owner Zygi Wilf, Bob Sansevere of the Pioneer Press writes

“We’re very happy with the coach and the entire coaching staff,” Wilf said. “It’s great to be in this position in December, that’s for sure. I’m very proud we stepped up and answered any questions about who we were as a team. I think we showed we were one of the best and can beat anyone on any given day.”

Considering he made the comments following Minnesota’s 41-17 win over Miami, Wilf was unlikely to make a statement saying his coaching staff was on the hot seat. The victory kept the Vikings in control of the sixth and final playoff spot.
After reaching the NFC Championship Game a year ago and splurging on Kirk Cousins in the offseason, the Vikings got off to a 6-6-1 start when many fans and pundits expected them to compete for the conference’s top seed. After scuffling on offense, the team made its first move when it fired offensive coordinator John DeFilippo following last week’s 21-7 loss to the Seahawks. Kevin Stefanski was elevated to the role and the offense thrived by putting a greater emphasis on the running game and Dalvin Cook.
The move could be the one to right the Vikings’ ship. But even if Minnesota struggles down the stretch, it is unlikely that Zimmer, considered one of the game’s top coaches, would be going anywhere.

 

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