Vikings vs. 49ers Week 2 Game Preview

Brian Flores on his first impression of Andrew Van Ginkel in Miami

“Fast. He had a kind of sneaky, slippery, instinctive play style that we just really liked, you know, just felt like he was a JUCO [player], and then he goes to Wisconsin, so he’s a little bit undeveloped. But like a lot of guys, he can play. He’s fast, he’s tough, he makes plays. If we can develop him, and he’s got the traits and the tangibles to develop, kind of like some of those undrafted guys we talked about, although he was drafted, he’s got those same traits, he’ll develop and potentially turn into what he’s become. And a lot of that’s really – not a lot of it – all of it is his doing. He’s earned it, and it’s been cool to kind of watch him grow the entire way, and then be away for a couple years, and then get him back and see that there’s even more growth. And we got close with his family – his wife Sam, he’s got two little kids. It’s good to watch him grow that way, as well. So, I’m proud of him and excited to continue working with him.”

Harrison Phillips on his focus on improving pass rush

“You know, we’re not out here swimming blocks and trying to break sack records – I understand what my job is here. But yeah, I would love to see a jump at being able to create interior pressure. If this was 2001 and teams were in 23 personnel and you needed those [types of defensive tackles], that’s what I’m built for. But as the game evolves, it seems like they’re really valuing people who can disrupt quarterback timing, so I’m trying to elevate my game and change my game to how the game’s evolved in the NFL.”