tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51376102008-01-07T13:59:55.300-08:00JimBlogger76125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-74461191693357104122007-12-29T20:29:00.000-08:002007-12-29T20:50:19.924-08:00

The Vikings are on the brink of disaster. With a Redskins win at home versus Dallas (or worse yet, a loss Sunday in Denver), the Vikings would be eliminated from playoff contention after being in the driving seat. It is a disaster for Viking fans to be so close, yet so far. But we have know that all year, haven't we? The Vikings are so close but so far away. Since day 1, we have known the

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-86015163936177396942007-09-29T07:02:00.001-07:002007-09-29T07:02:54.997-07:00

This Sunday, the faltering Vikings face the undefeated Packers in Minnesota. Packer fans will be bringing the cheese expecting some purple w(h)ine. Well, people, this is my prediction: This is a Vikings win! Those divisional games are so unpredictable. This will be Brett's last loss in the 'dome and the NFL will wonder if the Vikings are that good or if the Packers simply are not. The reason for

Jimtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-88938491363982668772007-09-07T07:30:00.000-07:002007-09-07T07:46:05.080-07:00

Yes, it was preseason. It's a time when talent is evaluated and for some reason they track the score. Before anyone gets excited about the Vikings 2-2 preseason, I want to point out that no one went undefeated and two teams (Kansas City and Arizona) were winless. I don't look at the record, I look at production. On defense, I saw a great 2007 coming. The defense forced turnovers. If you want to

Jimtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-54051271763013449622007-03-07T18:05:00.000-08:002007-03-07T19:10:22.938-08:00

This year, there's no big bang thus far. Free agency started off with a thud and a little puff. The thud was the leftovers hitting the front doorstep. Gone are Fred Smoot, Mike Rosenthal, and Jermaine Wiggins. I haven't heard any outrage though some may miss Wiggins. He was a great person to meet as a fan but the Vikings offense puts little effort into their tight end. In fact, they think so

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1167580063704452702006-12-31T07:38:00.000-08:002006-12-31T07:53:18.116-08:00

Last night, the Giants eliminated the Rams from playoff contention. Rams fans were disappointed. Rams fans were rooting for Washington and Vikings fans should have been, too. Why? Well, it's simple: With the Vikings season over, it's time to evaluate and look to next year. If the Vikings are doing that, they will play rookies and not often-seen talent. The goal is to see how good they are. If

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1167258077578574622006-12-27T14:18:00.000-08:002006-12-27T14:21:17.590-08:00

I'm confused by the release of WR Marcus Robinson. Does anyone have any idea? I see the Vikings will save roughly $117,000 for the final game versus Saint Louis and now will save $2 million for his 2007 contract. I'm assuming it's okay to take the cap hit on his signing bonus (that won't be distributed over the final year of his contract). If he gets picked up by a playoff team (the Colts,

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1166985617759800402006-12-24T10:31:00.000-08:002006-12-24T10:40:17.770-08:00

Wow, what an amazing game. The Vikings were in it despite their offense generating nothing but dropped passes. I was tryingto figure out what happened and I can't fault Tarvaris. After all, do the Vikings really want a running quarterback? I'd think not. There's more than being one-dimensional. I don't blame Tarvaris in the loss. It's year 1 and he's learning. The loss eliminated the Vikings

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1166740823531427812006-12-21T14:38:00.000-08:002006-12-21T14:44:35.363-08:00

Tonight, Tarvaris is wishing for a Silent Night Christmas. If he hears cheers, it will be because the Packer fans are enjoying holiday joy (and probably a Vikings football Christmas present). And who wants that? Silent Night wishes for everyone at Lambeau. That seems perfect for this holiday season.

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1166724260957340062006-12-21T09:11:00.000-08:002006-12-21T10:04:20.976-08:00

Today, I woke up and have all of this energy for the game today! Man, do I wish that I were in Green Bay, WI! Q and A's that I have found on the Internet.... Let's have some fun today and just chat! TARVARIS JACKSON Q and A with Coach Childress: How much stock will you put in Jackson's performance on Sunday? A: That's always ongoing. You are always looking to see time and distance, how fast

Viking Meshelltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1166664823029661902006-12-20T17:30:00.001-08:002006-12-21T09:00:56.356-08:00

So...the expensive O-Line isn't meeting expectations, the defense is almost hapless against the pass, and our offense is, well, offensive to its own fans. Do you think it's time to see what the kid's bringing to the team? The entire NFL knows that Brad Johnson's typical pass play has him look deep briefly, then check down to his "safety valves" which are easier on his arm. It's not all his fault

Viking Meshelltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1166415949775519962006-12-17T20:20:00.000-08:002006-12-17T20:25:49.793-08:00

I know Tarvaris is the future but do Vikings fans need to boo their offense because it includes Brad Johnson? I was at today's game and was shocked into laughing. The Vikings offense struggled after their quick strike to take a 7-0 lead. The Jets flew up and down the field like a runway while the Vikings were grounded. The fans were furious. "We Want Jackson" was the chant and they got what

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1165238766360149752006-12-04T05:21:00.000-08:002006-12-04T05:26:06.373-08:00

The Vikings are 5-7. They will go to Detroit (2-10), face the New York Jets (9-3), go to Green Bay (4-8), then host Saint Louis (5-7). Sure they suck but you need to realize that everyone sucks! If the playoffs started tomorrow, 6-6 is in. If Carolina wins tonight, they are the wild card leader at 7-5. If they lose, 4 teams are 6-6 (New York Giants, Philly, Atlanta, Carolina) with 2 playoff

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1162349555934156652006-10-31T18:50:00.000-08:002006-10-31T19:34:23.853-08:00

Did anyone else join the crazy Trick-or-Treating at the Mall of America? I went to the Vikings store because I heard Brad Johnson was handing out footballs again today...

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1161564755225018012006-10-22T17:42:00.000-07:002006-10-22T17:52:35.236-07:00

All I can say is Wow! After last week's come-from-behind win in Saint Louis, I expected Seattle to be focused and driven. Instead, the Vikings came off their bye with two weeks of fury and took it to Seattle. Though Hasselbeck was out of the game (a likely excuse), the Vikings were on their way to a win long before he left the game. The Vikings were stellar today and putting it together on

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1159130353479591882006-09-24T13:37:00.000-07:002006-09-24T13:39:13.496-07:00

Sure today's loss is hard to take. But it was a very good effort. I refuse to belive it's over and will look for the positive. The Vikings lost a defensive struggle 16-19. It was an amazing game. The Bears D is great and this was a test for the Minnesota Vikings. Honestly, they did well and it was good. The Vikings are a team coming together. Circle December 3rd. The Vikings travel to Chicago for

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1158297042779251372006-09-14T22:09:00.000-07:002006-09-14T22:15:09.600-07:00

Minnesota Vikings pick up Monterey's Mann Apparently someone noticed Maurice Mann. Rather than sit and hope that the Seattle Seahawks would activate him from their practice squad at some point this fall, Mann chose to sign a one-year free agent deal with the Minnesota Vikings. The full article will be available on the Web for a limited time:http://www.montereyherald.com/mld/montereyherald/

Viking Meshelltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1158115422346906042006-09-12T19:30:00.000-07:002006-09-12T21:16:44.070-07:00

Opening day for the Minnesota Vikings may not have played out the way most of us are used to, however the Vikings played a consistent game and walked away knowing that they can beat a playoff-winning team from 2005-2006 season. "Good teams find a way to win down the stretch," Birk said. "This is a veteran group. In the huddle, it's pretty even-keeled. Coach was just talking last night about the

Viking Meshelltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1158063146506818282006-09-12T05:04:00.000-07:002006-09-12T05:12:29.936-07:00

Though not much has been said about the Vikings opening Monday Night Football on ESPN but that is an honor. For the second straight year, the NFL has requested/demanded/decreed that the Vikings will appear on the national stage. Last year, it was the nationally television second half of the Sunday double-header. The Vikings trounced the Cowboys while the nation watched. This year, it was on the

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1156797541678188122006-08-28T13:34:00.000-07:002006-08-28T13:39:01.723-07:00

Rookie first round draft choice, Chad Greenway's season ending knee injury has allowed the emergence of a linebacker that few had taken notice of last year. Heath Farwell, a 6 foot, 235 pound, weak side linebacker, as an undrafted rookie free agent that was kept on the practice squad last year, is doing exactly what he has to do to make the active roster for the season opener against the

Viking Meshelltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1156708973183300832006-08-27T12:59:00.000-07:002006-08-27T13:02:53.220-07:00

The Vikings preseason is a success for the defense. A concern a year ago, the defense has looked very good this preseason. I know it's preseason so I won't write too much about it but I do think it's fair to judge the D in the third preseason game. The third game is the game with the most action for the starters. In the Baltimore game, the Vikings looked more like the black and purple of the

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1155755055264570482006-08-16T11:58:00.000-07:002006-08-16T12:04:15.266-07:00

Good to see the Purple Faithful out tailgating on Monday night. August tailgating is almost as good as December tailgating. Dress appropriately is just as important, too. The Defense looks good. The loss of Greenway is unfortunate, but we're getting lots of pressure. 5 sacks, IIRC. Nice job, gentlemen... The Offense looks good. The line gives Brad plenty of time. The improved blocking

Jimtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1146282870207064552006-04-28T20:50:00.000-07:002006-08-16T12:51:20.846-07:00

How would I know? Seriously, if I did know, would you care about my opinion? Since I can't possibly predict the draft, I can do something. I can tell you what I've seen. The needs are simple: linebacker & young quarterback. Quality at both positions is available. But who will it be?Here's the NFL draft from other's point of view: Jay Cutler | QB | Vanderbilt John Clayton, ESPN.com senior NFL

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1146187430495733122006-04-27T17:56:00.000-07:002006-04-27T18:23:50.536-07:00

New Jerseys Shine at MOA Today, the Vikings proudly showed of their new jerseys. Vikings from Vikings history were on hand as new history was made. Today's Vikings shared the stage with yesterday's Vikings. The Vikings even had fans involved as Super V-Man and Spiking Viking were on hand. Honestly, I expect them both to be sporting the new look. Well, maybe they are not in new jerseys today but

Dontag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1146099724955802372006-04-26T18:00:00.000-07:002006-04-26T18:02:04.963-07:00

I called the Packers GM last night and said - in my worst Mississippi accent - "This is Brett and I'm gonna play this year, y'all!" Think they fell for it? Jim

Jimtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5137610.post-1145823215873983892006-04-23T09:44:00.000-07:002006-04-28T06:06:11.153-07:00

I saw a picture of what could be the new Vikings jerseys. Of course, these may not be the final design or even a proposed design but I can discuss what I've seen anyway. These jerseys look like Bronco knock-offs at first. Initially, I was surprised by purple & white. Personally, I would expect the stripes should be more yellow/gold. For me, the Vikings are purple & gold, not purple & white as

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