State of the DTs: Cracks in Vikings’ Williams Wall, or Just Minor Issues?

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Published: June 26, 2009

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Albert Haynesworth's biggest competition for NFC Pro Bowl honors will come from Minnesota defensive tackles Kevin and Pat Williams.

During their past three seasons manning the middle of the Vikings' defensive line, the Williams duo has been the engine room for the NFL's stingiest rush defense. Minnesota's opponents have averaged less than 71 yards per game on the ground during that span, and Kevin and Pat have been fixtures on the NFC's Pro Bowl roster since .

Kevin, who has 42.5 career sacks in his six pro seasons, is considered the better pass rusher of the two. Pat, who has played at 320 pounds for the Vikings since arriving at 335 pounds from Buffalo in 2005, uses his massive frame to occupy blockers, freeing the Vikings' linebackers and other down linemen to make plays. He's deceptively quick, taking on double teams w...

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