Here are the best and worst from the PFF grades for the Vikings' loss to the Patriots. Nick Vannett 89.6 Henry Byrd 75.1 Blake Brandel 72.7 Ta Felton 70.6 Michael Gonzalez 70.2 Lucky Jackson 38.5

Jurgens and Rouse also impressing is an encouraging sign for the Vikings' offensive line depth. Those two second-year players should have a good shot to make the roster alongside veteran backups Justin Skule and Blake Brandel if the Vikings keep nine offensive linemen.

Former Wisconsin offensive lineman Joe Huber was among PFF’s highest-graded players in Minnesota's preseason opener against Houston on Saturday.