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In the NFL, durability can equate to millions of dollars for any individual player, and durability can directly correlate to the win-loss ratio of any franchise. The rash of pectoral injuries really gained notice after a July injury to cornerback Josh Robinson and the Vikings have decided to part ways with strength coach Evan Marcus this offseason.
The move has been confirmed my multiple outlets, including Viking Update, and marks one of the first instances where a Mike Zimmer hire has not panned out the way he had hoped.
In the two years since Zimmer brought strength coach Evan Marcus on board the Vikings seemingly experienced more than their expected share of back and pectoral injuries. Josh Robinson, Brian Robison, Jerick McKinnon, Brandon Fusco, and Phil Loadholt are all injuries that caused Zimmer to publicly acknowledge concerns over the team’s weight lifting practices.
Back in August, Zimmer even went so far as to say the team would not be changing how they lifted weights, but instead would change how they prepare for a weight lifting session.
Apparently any success found in making the changes were not enough to save Marcus’ job. Instead, the team will try to find someone that can improve their overall durability, and hope for a healthier 2016 season.
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It is good to see that Zimmer is willing to make that change. Many head coaches let their ego get in the way, he isn't one of them and thats just another reason to look forward to the future of this team. He saw a change was needed and moved on from one of his own guys.