Minnesota Vikings' defensive coordinator Alan Williams has been praised for his open communication with his players.

"When you have that kind of confidence in a coach, knowing that he has that type of confidence in his players, it really makes you want to play better for him," defensive end Brian Robison said.

The Vikings single loss came against the Colts due to a number of critical breakdowns.

"Ultimately what we have to do is what's best for the team overall," defensive tackle Kevin Williams said. "We don't want to put square pegs in round holes, but when it's all said it done it's what's going to be best for the defense and what's best for the Minnesota Vikings football team and not necessarily the individual."