We're Stepping Up!!

Now if this signing happens, this could be a great year. Wouldn't it be great to add a receiver like T.J. Houshmandzadeh to the roster? Maybe not a deep threat, but that is what Berrian is for. Housh is a big time possession guy along the way of a Chris Carter. We just haven't had much of a receiver corps for a few years and this could be a good thing. Let's hope that his visit to the Vikings turns into a signing.

One Happy Vikings Fan!!!!!

Today is a good day in my Vikings world!!! I am very happy they resigned Jim Kleinsasser! When I was stationed in Fargo, ND...yes, the Army exists there...he was still a stud at the University of North Dakota...tearing up the college turf. They talked about how this tight end had the speed of a wide receiver and hit like a Mack truck. When the Vikings signed him I was thrilled. But of course, they used him wrong. He had a couple of early dropped passes and they tried to make him an H-Back and made him a blocker, which is one of his better abilities. But the guy is awesome...and I think could be a feature tight end if used properly. This was a very smart resigning by the Vikings front office. Let this guy go in the flats and let him run over these defensive backs.

New Legs For Rosenfels

OK, though it is nice to see that the Vikings are trying to address the terrible quarterback situation we have, is Sage Rosenfels the right answer? Admittedly, he has not been on a team that could provide him the right protection or that had runners like we have. This may be what he needs to really be able to become a great quarterback. My only concern is that he is already 31, a bit old for a quarterback. Hold on...that is young for a Vikings QB isn't it? I hope he does come in and do a great job...at the very least, knock Jackson out of any chance at being the starter. If they can keep Ferotte, I would like to see the depth chart read...Rosenfels, Ferotte, Jackson.

Michael Vick a Viking?

I saw the first rumors of a possible Michael Vick connection to the Vikings. Now, I don't condone what he did, obviously...but is it any worse than the player who gets in trouble for domestic violence but continues to play? Personally, I don't really care if he gets back in the NFL, life will be hard for him anyway, that will be his punishment until he gives others something else to talk about. I just hope that he is done with his stupid behavior. But just think of what Vick at QB for the Vikings could mean? I could readily swallow any bad taste he gives me when we started winning football games because we had a real QB. OK, just as I was willing to take Favre...you can officially put me down as being on the side of taking Vick if we can get him. Am I becoming that desperate as a Vikings fan?

SD Vikings?

I saw a forum string on Viking Update that had folks talking about how Zigi should move the Vikings to Sioux Falls. The arguments made sense, but I can't see that happening. Though it would not put them too far away from the fan base, there would be no real revenue and the NFL will never let them do it. It would be a great place though...no state income tax, etc. They also mentioned North Dakota...Fargo/Moorehead could maybe support them, but then what happens to the Fargo Dome? Maybe that would become part of the deal...the Bison would have a place to play. I vote for SD, but I am sure that if they ever did move, the NFL will make them go to LA.

New Psychological Test

I was reading a story in the Star Tribune about the upcoming NFL Combine and it said that the Vikings are one of several teams who use a second psychological test along with the Wonderlic Test and that the two scores should be similar. A reader offered up this option...the Telletubies Test:

Which is your favourite Teletubbie…
A. Yellow

B. Purple

C. Green

D. Red

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A. If you chose the Yellow Teletubbie. You are gay.
B. If you chose the Purple Teletubbie. You are gay.
C. If you chose the Green Teletubbie. You are gay.
D. If you chose the Red Teletubbie. You are gay.

I know...that is just so wrong...but I thought it was funny!!!!

Is He Really Retired?

Today Brett Favre announced his retirement...again. Is it for real this time? Will he try to come back one more time...maybe to the Vikings? The jury is out, but according to Peter King...the all-knowing sports writer, he is done. He gives two reasons: 1) His injured right bicep is still bothering him; and 2) He moved out of his comfort zone last year and will not do it again. I still can't believe I am saying this, but I think that if he came to the Vikings, he would take us to the Super Bowl this year. He has the talent, the leadership, the desire...and the Vikings have the supporting cast to go all the way...they just don't have a quarterback to take them there. The fat lady won't sing until the season starts...so stay tuned to the Favre Follies...he may be back.

Where is He Now?...Ahmad Rashad

I thought it would be fun to add an occasional post on past Vikings players that were big names or popular and where they are now. They may still be active players or they may be retired or out of football. If you have a favorite you would like me to research...let me know. Also, if you have information on a player...please post it.

My first is one of my favorite players...Ahmad Rashad. I was watching the football game where he proposed to Cosby Show star Phylicia Ayers-Allen. I was sorry to hear that they divorced in 2001...though she keeps his name. Turns out he married Sale Johnson, billionaire heir to the Johnson & Johnson kingdom. He stepped down big time...Phylicia was a very pretty lady...Sale is not.

I have not been able to find too much about him in recent years other than his broadcasting for NBC and it appears for the NBA as well. Apparently he is very close friends with Michael Jordan.

Rashad never made it into the Hall of Fame, though he probably could have.

Decision 2009 - Will He Retire?

Well the annual post-season event is upon us...will Brett Favre retire or not...or will he go to someone else? The Vikings are still being mentioned as a possible team for him. As much as it hurts to think about him in a purple jersey, I think he could take us to the Super Bowl. The guy is a true leader on the field and he still has a good year or two in him, and we have all the tools except a quarterback, and there aren't many of those available right now. Supposedly he is to make a decision by the time the NFL Combine starts on Feb. 18th. It would be nice if the Jets let him go and the Vikings picked him up. Did I really just say that?

Pro Bowl - To Move or Not To Move

This year will be the last for the Pro Bowl being played in Hawaii...for now. The NFL is in negotiations with Hawaii on having it rotate between Hawaii and the mainland. That may not be such a bad idea (though players don't seem to care for that idea), but the worst part is the desire to move the date of the game to the weekend between the Conference Championship games and the Super Bowl. That essentially means that anyone playing in the Super Bowl, will not play in the Pro Bowl. From a fan's point of view, I think that is stupid. I would want to see all the players who were voted in, playing in the Pro Bowl. Sometimes the NFL tinkers with things "just because", and this is one of those. Goodell needs to look at it from a fan's perspective, not from the money making point of view.

Could Favre Be the Answer?

According to Tom Powers from the St. Paul Pioneer Press, Favre could be the missing link to the Vikings going to the Super Bowl next year. He makes a great argument and you can read the article here: http://www.twincities.com/sports/ci_11606592?source=rss. Personally, I still have reservations about ever seeing Favre in purple and gold. I am sure he still has a Super Bowl in him with the right supporting cast...but I just don't know. Any thoughts?

Randle McDaniel - HOF

Well, CC didn't make it but a well-deserving Randle McDaniel did. He absolutely deserved to be inducted. I hope CC will make it next year. The Vikings have had some great representation over the years...and the next few should be no exception.