Van Ginkel named NFC Defensive Player of Week

Vikings edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel continues to make his presence felt
Though he might not be a household name at this point in his career, Van Ginkel has become so important to everything the Vikings do on defense. He has been very effective as a pass rusher, whether he’s using his speed off the edge, or his strength up the middle. He has also been very reliable whenever asked to drop in coverage.
Vikings LB Andrew Van Ginkel named NFC Defensive Player of the Week after win over Seahawks
EAGAN, Minn. — Andrew Van Ginkel's signing with the Minnesota Vikings didn't grab too much attention from fans over the offseason. But 16 games into his Vikings tenure, he's already a fan favorite. The NFL named Van Ginkel NFC Defensive Player of the ...
Vikings linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel named NFC Defensive Player of the Week
Edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel has been named NFC Defensive Player of the Week after his two fourth-quarter sacks against the Seattle Seahawks in a 27-24 win on Sunday. They were the only times that the Vikings defense brought down Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith,
Andrew Van Ginkel becomes third Vikings player to win prestigious award after dominant performance vs. Seahawks
After two critical fourth quarter sacks to help seal the Minnesota Vikings 27-24 victory over the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday afternoon, edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel has won the NFC Defensive Player of the Week award.
Van Ginkel receives game ball following Vikings’ win
Rock Valley, Iowa, native Andrew Van Ginkel received a game ball from Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell on Sunday after Minnesota’s 27-24 win at Seattle. He had five tackles and two sacks,
Top NFL Draft prospect draws comparisons to Vikings' Andrew Van Ginkel
The Minnesota Vikings and their defense have become one of the star groups in the NFL. Brian Flores has schemed and used his players like chess pieces while creating chaos for opposing defenses.
Vikings' Andrew Van Ginkel named NFC Defensive Player of the Week
Vikings outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week on Tuesday, for his impressive performance against the Seahawks in Week 16. Van Ginkel had five tackles, 2.0 sacks,
Vikings OLB Andrew Van Ginkel named NFC Defensive Player of the Week
For the second time this season, the Minnesota Vikings had an edge rusher earn NFC Defensive Player of the Week honors. Andrew Van Ginkel got the nod this week, the first of his career, after five tackles,
Vikings' Andrew Van Ginkel: Logs pair of sacks against Seattle
Van Ginkel totaled five tackles (two solo), including 2.0 sacks, in Sunday's 27-24 Week 16 win against the Seahawks. Van Ginkel took over the game from a defensive standpoint in the fourth quarter, during which he notched four of his five stops.
Vikings' Andrew Van Ginkel wins NFC Defensive Player of the Week
The Minnesota Vikings are riding high after winning their eighth straight game on Sunday when they traveled to Seattle to face the Seahawks. It was a close game for the team, but they made enough plays in the second half to secure the win and continue their march to
Vikings' Andrew Van Ginkel earns accolade after Sunday's showing in Seattle
Van Ginkel has 11 sacks and 17 tackles for loss this season — both career highs — as he's putting the finishing touches on perhaps his best season as a pro.
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Andrew Van Ginkel Named NFC Defensive Player of the Week
In his first season with the Minnesota Vikings, outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel has been a thorn in the side of ...
Vikings LB Andrew Van Ginkel named NFC Defensive Player of the Week
Aside from the holidays, there's another reason for Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel to celebrate. Van ...