# Vikings Defenders Call Themselves Young Nasty University

> Vikings defensive tackles name their team 'Young Nasty University' to highlight youth and success.
- Title: Vikings Defenders Call Themselves Young Nasty University
- Summary: Vikings defensive tackles name their team 'Young Nasty University' to highlight youth and success. Vikings defensive tackles call themselves 'Young Nasty…
- Keywords: vikings, defensive tackles, young nasty university, domonique orange, ty ingram-dawkins, caleb banks, minnesota vikings, nfl, sports, Defenders, Call, Themselves
- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/vikings-defensive-tackles-dub-themselves-young-nasty-university
- Published: 2026-09-24T18:55:39.733+00:00
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- Topics: vikings, defensive tackles, young nasty university, domonique orange, ty ingram-dawkins, caleb banks, minnesota vikings, nfl, sports
## Vikings Defenders Name Themselves
Vikings defensive tackles call their unit 'Young Nasty University'.

> Young Nasty University
## Founders of YNU
Domonique Orange, Ty Ingram-Dawkins, and Caleb Banks form the group.
## Young Players
Ingram-Dawkins and Banks are 23, Orange is 22.
## Team Success
Vikings hold Packers and Bears to 3.8 yards per carry.
## Low Defense Cost
Vikings spend $8.43 million on defensive line, second-lowest NFL.
## Future Breakout
Dallas Turner could earn All-Pro status and second contract.
## Key takeaway

Vikings defensive tackles call themselves 'Young Nasty University' after thriving with young talent and low defense costs.