UNDER THE GUN
Josh Elliott
September 01, 2003
The Vikes struggled to get to the quarterback last year—just 27 sacks while giving up 256 passing yards a game. CHRIS HOVAN, a fourth-year tackle with a quick first step and a squat, tough-to-block 294-pound frame, was second on the team with 5� sacks last season—a number he'll have to top if the secondary is to avoid being shredded again.
The Vikes struggled to get to the quarterback last year—just 27 sacks while giving up 256 passing yards a game. CHRIS HOVAN, a fourth-year tackle with a quick first step and a squat, tough-to-block 294-pound frame, was second on the team with 5� sacks last season—a number he'll have to top if the secondary is to avoid being shredded again.