Brzezinski Takes Helm: Vikings' Offseason Pressure

0:00It's March 6th. Here's your NFL news in two minutes. Subscribe to stay locked in all season. The Minnesota Vikings have a new leader in charge for their maker break off season. Long-time executive Rob Brazinski stepped in as interim general manager after the firing of Quesi Adofo Mensa. With 27 years in the organization, Brazinski handles contracts and salary cap work, facing tight money limits, a huge quarterback call, and a key draft ahead. Brazinski got his start in the NFL with the Miami Dolphins in the early 1990s, mastering the salary cap and labor rules. He joined the Vikings in 1999 to fix their financial mess and quickly earn respect across the building for his smarts and low-key style. Agents and coaches who've dealt with him rave about his honesty and team first approach in a cutthroat business. They call him consistent, ethical, and great at building relationships without seeking the spotlight, which helps mend the team's fractured front, office and coaching ties.

1:02He's pulled off big wins behind the scenes, but the poison pill contract that lured Hall of Famer Steve Hutchinson from Seattle locking in Jared. Allen, a mid-drama, and sweetening Adrian Peterson's deal for a 1,485 yard rushing season. Sources say trust runs deep inside the Vikings, with excitement about his steady hand possibly leading to a full-time gig. As free agency heats up, all eyes are on whether Brazinski can steer them toward contention. This episode is supported by our sponsor. See details in the description. Head in, sound on, lights out. That is the routine, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com