3 Observations: Vikings Shifting Gears Toward Preseason Opener

Craig Peters

EAGAN, Minn. - The Vikings toned down their physicality a bit but maintained a high level of intensity Thursday, their final practice session before hosting the Raiders at 3 p.m. (CT) Saturday.

Players wore helmets and shells instead of full pads for a practice that lasted about an hour-and-a-half.

Earlier Thursday, Head Coach Kevin O'Connell said he plans to start Sam D