Minnesota Vikings special teams coach Mike Priefer said he hopes WR Cordarrelle Patterson continues to be used as a kick returner this upcoming season even though he will likely have an increased role on offense.

Footballguys View: Patterson, like his predecessor Percy Harvin, is just too dangerous with the ball in his hands to deny him the opportunity to turn games by immediately answering an opposing score or starting off a half in style. Check your scoring system to see if you’ll get credit for Patterson’s inevitable kick return scores this year, but don’t let this designation bother you. It’s a sign of how good he is, not a lesser emphasis on offense.
Vikings | Coach hopes to use Cordarrelle Patterson as returner