Vikings in trouble for opening day?
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Remember this...packerboy wrote:Why would anybody give anything for this guy?
Who would even want him in camp?
Second biggest draft bust in Purple history.
The Vikes traded Randy Moss to Oakland for Napoleon Harris (who did virtually nothing in 2 seasons.. the 2nd as a backup), and the 7th pick in the '05 draft (Troy Williamson... also did virtually nothing).
So, if you break it all the way down, essentially, Randy Moss was traded away for Jacksonville's 6th round pick. AWESOME!
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What did Randy do while he was in Oakland though? Got traded for a 4th rounder?Govs93 wrote:Remember this...packerboy wrote:Why would anybody give anything for this guy?
Who would even want him in camp?
Second biggest draft bust in Purple history.
The Vikes traded Randy Moss to Oakland for Napoleon Harris (who did virtually nothing in 2 seasons.. the 2nd as a backup), and the 7th pick in the '05 draft (Troy Williamson... also did virtually nothing).
So, if you break it all the way down, essentially, Randy Moss was traded away for Jacksonville's 6th round pick. AWESOME!
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Vikings offered a third rounder for Sage Rosenfels.
Quite a good deal if it happens, he's a capable starter, then go sign wide out D.J Hackett in free agency. Then a DE(Justin Smith or Odom from the Titans.)
Quite a good deal if it happens, he's a capable starter, then go sign wide out D.J Hackett in free agency. Then a DE(Justin Smith or Odom from the Titans.)
Who is Sage Rosenfels?Jason87 wrote:Vikings offered a third rounder for Sage Rosenfels.
Quite a good deal if it happens, he's a capable starter, then go sign wide out D.J Hackett in free agency. Then a DE(Justin Smith or Odom from the Titans.)
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Backup QB for the Texans who played well in extended action for them last year. It would be a solid pickup if they got him for a 3rd. He would push Jackson and possibly overtake him.dangla. wrote:Who is Sage Rosenfels?Jason87 wrote:Vikings offered a third rounder for Sage Rosenfels.
Quite a good deal if it happens, he's a capable starter, then go sign wide out D.J Hackett in free agency. Then a DE(Justin Smith or Odom from the Titans.)
Welcome back, BB...Blue Breeze wrote:Backup QB for the Texans who played well in extended action for them last year. It would be a solid pickup if they got him for a 3rd. He would push Jackson and possibly overtake him.dangla. wrote:Who is Sage Rosenfels?Jason87 wrote:Vikings offered a third rounder for Sage Rosenfels.
Quite a good deal if it happens, he's a capable starter, then go sign wide out D.J Hackett in free agency. Then a DE(Justin Smith or Odom from the Titans.)
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Madieu Williams the 1st signing. (Hammering out final details)
http://www.twincities.com/ci_8407216?so ... ck_check=1
http://www.twincities.com/ci_8407216?so ... ck_check=1
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No need to thank me, Vikes fans. You're welcome.Blue Breeze wrote:Thomas Tapeh back in the Twin Cities.
http://vikings.com/NewsArticle_tapehagrees22908.aspx
I also feel that it's somehow fitting that a Raider is paving the way for a Governor. All is right with the world!
Guess that means it's adios for Tony Richardson.
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And we sign Bernard Berrian. Still need a QB, IMO.Blue Breeze wrote:Thanks.schwang17 wrote:Welcome back, BB...
Bernard Berrian in for a visit today, along with RB/KR Maurice Hicks.
Justin Smith and ex-Gopher Thomas Tapeh expected later today or tomorrow.
Also rumored that the Vikes already have a deal in place with Madieu Williams. Should be a busy day.
http://www.vikings.com/NewsArticle_Berr ... 30108.aspx
schwang17 wrote:
And we sign Bernard Berrian. Still need a QB, IMO.
http://www.vikings.com/NewsArticle_Berr ... 30108.aspx
Maybe we do schwang but where do you get one?
They are scarce.
They are doing the next best thing, one year late, which is building a team around him.
The Purple has done well in recent years with adequate QBs, if they had a team around him.
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Berrian lucked into the fact that the WR free agency is class is very weak. The Vikings made him the 4th highest paid WR in the league (Moss will bump him down to 5th once he signs) He's definatly an upgrade over Williamson but given the Vikings had, statistically, the worst starting QB in the NFL last year I don't see how this helps much.
The Vikings have pressing issues; no legitimate plan at QB, a OT who will be suspended by the league and he played on the "good" side, and no pass rush. Wide receiver wasn't a strength by any means on this team but it wasn't a priority need either.
Free agency or not the Vikings season will hinge on 2 questions:
1) Can Jackson be a NFL level QB
2) Will Peterson be able to pick up a blitz
I think the answer to both is no, but I hope I'm wrong because they're both young players and could be productive Vikings for a long time.
The Vikings have pressing issues; no legitimate plan at QB, a OT who will be suspended by the league and he played on the "good" side, and no pass rush. Wide receiver wasn't a strength by any means on this team but it wasn't a priority need either.
Free agency or not the Vikings season will hinge on 2 questions:
1) Can Jackson be a NFL level QB
2) Will Peterson be able to pick up a blitz
I think the answer to both is no, but I hope I'm wrong because they're both young players and could be productive Vikings for a long time.
Jackson's tools are so flawed it's gonna be too late for him by the time he's even close to what I would call "adequate." Comb the wires, talk to agents, look into trading up in the draft but don't bet on Jackson carrying us anywhere news worthy. It won't happen.packerboy wrote:Maybe we do schwang but where do you get one?
They are scarce.
They are doing the next best thing, one year late, which is building a team around him.
The Purple has done well in recent years with adequate QBs, if they had a team around him.
TJack isnt my favoroite either schwang so I took your advice and here is who I came up with. Whataya think?schwang17 wrote:Jackson's tools are so flawed it's gonna be too late for him by the time he's even close to what I would call "adequate." Comb the wires, talk to agents, look into trading up in the draft but don't bet on Jackson carrying us anywhere news worthy. It won't happen.packerboy wrote:Maybe we do schwang but where do you get one?
They are scarce.
They are doing the next best thing, one year late, which is building a team around him.
The Purple has done well in recent years with adequate QBs, if they had a team around him.
Genius, PB. Absolutely genius. What about Cunningham? We drug him out of some construction job last time - what's he up to these days?packerboy wrote:TJack isnt my favoroite either schwang so I took your advice and here is who I came up with. Whataya think?schwang17 wrote:Jackson's tools are so flawed it's gonna be too late for him by the time he's even close to what I would call "adequate." Comb the wires, talk to agents, look into trading up in the draft but don't bet on Jackson carrying us anywhere news worthy. It won't happen.packerboy wrote:Maybe we do schwang but where do you get one?
They are scarce.
They are doing the next best thing, one year late, which is building a team around him.
The Purple has done well in recent years with adequate QBs, if they had a team around him.
See, there yah go, I didnt even think of Randall C.
Why cant the Vikings come up with this kind of stuff?
I really do think TJack will be OK (emphasis on OK) if he has some guys around him.
One more WR and a tight end along with AP should make him better.
It will be a kick ass offense just like Chilly said. we hope
Why cant the Vikings come up with this kind of stuff?
I really do think TJack will be OK (emphasis on OK) if he has some guys around him.
One more WR and a tight end along with AP should make him better.
It will be a kick ass offense just like Chilly said. we hope
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