Minneapolis Star-Tribune Oct 15, 2018
Vikings’ defensive players evaluate win, say Hughes still has a long career
Vikings’ safeties Anthony Harris and George Iloka gave their perspectives on the defense’s performance against Arizona, and Ikola talked about Mike Hughes' future.
Twin Cities Oct 15, 2018
Vikings have seen George Iloka’s patience. Now they’ve seen he can play.
It took veteran safety George Iloka two plays to make his presence felt during the Vikings’ 27-17 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. He perfectly diagnosed a short pass to wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald on the first drive of the game and barreled upfield to make the tackle. An inconsequential play in the game, it […]
Vikings Territory Oct 14, 2018
Schefter: Vikings to Start George Iloka at Safety
With Andrew Sendejo ruled out of today’s game due to a groin injury, the Vikings had a couple of options to replace their starting strong safety. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Vikings will role will George Iloka. George Iloka starts at safety today for Minnesota, replacing the injured Andrew Sendejo, per source. It’s Iloka’s first start … The post Schefter: Vikings to Start George Iloka at Safety appeared first on Vikings Territory.
Daily Norseman Oct 12, 2018
Vikings without Andrew Sendejo are likely to start George Iloka
This Sunday may finally be the debut we’ve been waiting for, George Iloka. Iloka came to the Vikings halfway through the preseason after the Cincinnati Bengals released him this year. Many thought that since Iloka has played with head coach Mike Zimmer in 2012 and 2013 that he would fit right into Zimmer’s defense and start immediately. But the last time Iloka has played was against the Seattle Seahawks in the preseason. And that has left many wondering what is Zimmer’s plan for Iloka? But according to the Star Tribune that is now about to change. With Andrew Sendejo out with a groin...
Daily Norseman Oct 12, 2018
Vikings, without Andrew Sendejo, are likely to start George Iloka
It sounds like the free agent signee is in line to start on Sunday This Sunday may finally be the debut we’ve been waiting for, George Iloka. Iloka came to the Vikings halfway through the preseason after the Cincinnati Bengals released him. Many thought that since Iloka played for head coach Mike Zimmer in 2012 and 2013 that he would fit right into Zimmer’s defense and start immediately. But the last time Iloka played significant snaps on defense was against the Seattle Seahawks in the preseason. And that has left many wondering what is Zimmer’s plan for Iloka? But, according to the...
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Oct 12, 2018
Vikings safety George Iloka likely to start against Arizona on Sunday
The veteran has played only seven snaps on defense since joining the team in August.
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Oct 12, 2018
Iloka says getting ready for anticipated start is ‘like riding a bike’
Vikings safety George Iloka will most likely start against Arizona due to Andrew Sendejo being injured.
Daily Norseman Oct 7, 2018
Minnesota Vikings vs. Philadelphia Eagles: Three things to watch
I’ll make this one short and sweet in prep for kickoff. The Minnesota Vikings finally get a rematch against the Philadelphia Eagles after that atrocious performance by Minnesota. It’s not an ideal time to play the Eagles, due to the direction the season has been going. However, this is also the best time to turn things around, and what a momentum-swinger it would be for the season if the Vikings pull it off. Here are three things to keep an eye out for: 3. George Iloka will get snaps on defense When Iloka was signed, it was sort of a big deal. Iloka was a known name, someone who...
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Oct 1, 2018
Listen: Defensive collapse gives Vikings another worry heading into Philly
Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand discuss the Vikings' 38-31 loss in Los Angeles and what defensive trends are worrisome heading into a NFC Championship Game rematch in Philadelphia. (3:00) How much is it lack of pass rush? How are opponents scheming them to success? (20:00) Mike Zimmer admits possible 'over coaching,' so what exactly does he mean? (25:00) The quarterback hand-size info you all needed. (30:00) Your Twitter questions on George Iloka, offensive line play and John DeFilippo.
