Ivan Pace Reveals Big Step Forward in NFL Career: 'They Gave Me That Trust'
![Dec 24, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. (40) and linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) react after a fumble recovery against the Detroit Lions during the game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports Dec 24, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. (40) and linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) react after a fumble recovery against the Detroit Lions during the game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3104,h_1746,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/all_bearcats/01j3e1paxydwd6qt8rjx.jpg)
CINCINNATI — Ivan Pace Jr. had a standout rookie season for the Minnesota Vikings in 2023 and he revealed to Kay Adams that he's taking another step forward in his career.
The former Cincinnati Bearcat star is relaying the defensive plays this season as a starting linebacker on the team.
"They gave me that trust that they have so I believe now that he's gone (former starter Jordan Hicks) I'll definitely wear the green dot this coming season," Pace told Adams on Up & Adams.
Pace posted 63 tackles, 2.5 sacks, one interception, and one forced fumble in 17 games as a rookie. He made a fantastic decision to sign with Minnesota and took full advantage of his opportunities.
#Vikings LB @ivan_pacejr says he'll be wearing the GREEN DOT for the defense this season 👏🗣️@Vikings @heykayadams pic.twitter.com/CGKlF2ZjWf
— Up & Adams (@UpAndAdamsShow) July 22, 2024
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