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Midway through the NFL season, Treadwell has easily become one of the most puzzling and frustrating first-round picks in the league. Here's the problem, from two sources familiar with the Vikings and close to departed offensive coordinator Norv Turner: Treadwell is a high-end athlete who is struggling to get open. He hasn't figured out how to consistently separate from defensive backs in practice and that's a big reason why he's not getting onto the field.