Vikings Thrive Despite Key Injuries, Thanks to Dobbs and Hockenson

Offseason Training Sessions in Nashville Pay Off as Dobbs and Hockenson Lead Vikings to Five-Game Winning Streak

The Minnesota Vikings have managed to increase their scoring output by nearly three points per game during their five-game winning streak, despite the absence of All-Pro receiver Justin Jefferson due to a hamstring injury.
Quarterback Joshua Dobbs has been instrumental in maintaining and elevating the Vikings' passing scheme, leading the league with a 78.8 Total Quarterback Rating.
Tight end T.J. Hockenson and receiver Jordan Addison have stepped up in Jefferson's absence, with Hockenson leading all NFL tight ends in targets per game (11.2), receptions per game (8.2) and receiving first downs per game (4.8).
Despite an increase in carries per game by running backs by 35%, the Vikings' production in this area has decreased significantly, with yards per carry dropping from 4.5 to 2.9.
Dobbs and Hockenson's strong connection on the field is attributed to their offseason training sessions together in Nashville, Tennessee.