Vikings DB coach Jerry Gray rewards players with Hot Wheels cars
Minnesota Vikings defensive backs coach Jerry Gray has a unique way of rewarding his players. When members of Minnesota's secondary play well, Gray gives them a Hot Wheels car.
Gray explained what it takes to earn one, via ESPN's Ben Goessling:
The idea is certainly obscure, but the tactic has grown on Gray's pupils. Slot cornerback Captain Munnerlyn, for one, has warmed up to the toy-car rewards.
Munnerlyn said the following, via ESPN:
The Vikings allow an average of 232 passing yards per game, which ranks eighth in the NFL, so Gray has probably given out quite a few Hot Wheels cars this year. Veteran cornerback Terence Newman might have the biggest collection, since he leads the team with three interceptions and fills in at safety when needed.