Metellus had six total tackles and a pass defensed in Sunday's loss to Tampa Bay. He started the game as the slot defender as the Vikings used a formation with three safeties.
Metellus played on 57 of the defense's 68 snaps as the defense frequently utilized a secondary with three safeties. It looks like Metellus will have a large role this season in addition to continuing to play extensive snaps (19) on special teams.
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