![](https://vikingswire.usatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/44/2023/12/USATSI_22118075.jpg?w=1000&h=600&crop=1)
The Minnesota Vikings are in an interesting situation with just three games left. They are 7-7 with a chance to both in the NFC North and make the playoffs as a wild card.
What happened to the Vikings defense? They were a dominant force but were taken advantage of by the Cincinnati Bengals. How did that happen? Can it be fixed?
Nick Mullens also struggled at times as the starting quarterback against the Cincinnati Bengals. He did, however, play really well and was making throws with anticipation. What kind of leash will he be on moving forward?
Lastly, Ty Chandler finally got the opportunity to start for the Vikings at running back and he took advantage of it with a big game. Why did it take so long for him to get this kind of opportunity?
All of that and more on the latest episode of Purple Access on the Purple Daily YouTube channel.