Another Week, Another "Must Have" Game
Minnesota Vikings at Jacksonville Jaguars, Nov 23, 2008 12:00 PM CST
| MINNESOTA VIKINGS (5-5) |
GAME #11 | JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS (4-6) |
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| Date: | November 23, 2008 | Location: | Jacksonville, FL |
| Time: | 12:00 P.M. CST | Stadium: | Jacksonville Municipal Stadium |
| TV: | FOX DirecTV Ch. 712 |
Know Thy Enemy: | Big Cat Country |
| Gonzo's Prediction: | Vikings 23, Jaguars 20 |
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| Final Score: | Vikings 30, Jaguars 12 |
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This game presents some interesting challenges for the Beloved Purple, but it appears that they're challenges that can be overcome and can lead to a Vikings' victory.
For starters, while the Jaguars have arguably the second-best 1-2 running back combo in the National Football League in Fred Taylor and Maurice Jones-Drew. . .come on, we all know who's #1 in that department. . .they're rush offense is "only" #11 in the NFL thus far. Part of this has to do with the fact that their offensive line has been a mess this season, as they've had to put a bunch of linemen on IR The other part of it has to do with the fact that Jaguars' quarterback David Garrard hasn't had nearly the type of year in 2008 that he had in 2007.
As Jacksonville's starting QB in 2007, Garrard had a TD-to-INT ratio of 18/3 in 12 starts. While his interceptions haven't increased dramatically (he's thrown 6 this year), he only has 8 touchdown throws. He's also averaging a full year less per attempt than he did in 2007, and the Jaguars' receiving corps is relatively suspect. However, like we saw with Jeff Garcia last week, Garrard is exactly the kind of quarterback that the Vikings tend to have trouble with, given his mobility and his accuracy. So, just like last week, the Vikings will have to get a handle on #9 in teal and gold if they hope to win today. It will (or should) be significantly tougher to stop Jacksonville's running game than it was stopping Tampa's, but with the Williams boys still in the middle, they should be able to get it done.
This game also matches up two teams with interesting dilemmas. We know that the Vikings have their troubles on the road, having posted a 1-4 record away from the Metrodome this season. However, the Jaguars' struggles have been on their home turf this year, as they're 1-4 at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium and 3-2 on the road. So, the Vikings don't win on the road, and the Jaguars don't win at home. To borrow a phrase, something has to give this afternoon.
One other interesting tidbit I grabbed from USA Today. Last week, the Jaguars had a 14-3 halftime lead against the undefeated Tennessee Titans before falling 24-14. Tennessee's opponents are 2-7 this season the week after they play Tennessee. One of the two exceptions to that? Yes, your Minnesota Vikings, who played New Orleans the week after they played the Titans and managed to win a wild one in the Big Easy. Will the Jaguars be experiencing a letdown after playing the Titans so close, only to see the game. . .and, likely, their playoff hopes. . .disappear? We'll have to find out.
I don't know how many more games we're going to have the Williams Wall for. . .if there's any justice, we'll have them for all of them. . .but if this ends up being their last real hurrah for the year, I think the Vikings have what it takes today to send them off with a close, hard-fought victory.
Game kicks off in two hours, folks. . .hope to see you all here then!
SKOLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL VIKINGS!!!!
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Paul Allen on the Radio Pre-Game
Has Announced that Maurice Hicks is inactive and Darius Reynad….Thats right, Darius Reynad will be returning kicks.
by Tony_O on Nov 23, 2008 10:07 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Holy crap
Seriously? Because that’s pretty awesome if it’s true.
I gotta make a run to Wal-Mart. . .I should be back before kickoff.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 10:47 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Give us that Ray of Hope with a victory today Vikes
Its Been a Garbage Weekend in MN Sports.
by Tony_O on Nov 23, 2008 10:44 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Inactives
Vikings: QB John David Booty (3rd), RB Maurice Hicks, TE Garrett Mills, LB Vinny Ciurciu, T Marcus Johnson, DE Otis Grigsby, WR Robert Ferguson, DT Letroy Guion.
aguars: DB William James, DB Omare Lowe, RB Chauncey Washington, LB Thomas Williams, C Drew Miller, G Milford Brown, DT Jimmy Kennedy, HAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHHAHA WR Troy Williamson.
by Tony_O on Nov 23, 2008 11:05 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Bad start to my Sunday of football.
Terry Bradshaw existing, and Frank Caliendo’s Donald Trump.
This is not how I wanted to spend my 11-12 hour today.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 11:47 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
bradshaw is funny.
also glazer reported goodell won’t make any suspensions until at least after next week. is it possible the williams wall could be out for the potential playoffs?
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 11:57 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
Inactives Today
Minnesota
QB John David Booty (#3 QB)
LB Vinny Ciurciu
WR Robert Ferguson
DE Otis Grigsby
DT Letroy Guion
RB Maurice Hicks
OT Marcus Johnson
TE Garrett Mills
Jacksonville
G Milford Brown
CB William James
DT Jimmy Kennedy
CB Omare Lowe
C Drew Miller
RB Chauncey Washington
LB Thomas Williams
WR Troy Williamson
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:00 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Also, don't forget
To check out the brand new SBNation NFL Hub for all your updates and results!
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:02 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
whats reynaud all about? all i know is he was a UFA
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 12:02 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Should be a good returner
He played at West Virginia. Very good speed, and very shifty. He’s probably already a better returner than Maurice “Straight ahead” Hicks!
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:04 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Jacksonville gets the ball first
Longwell out there to kick it away. They didn’t say who won the toss.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:03 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Fumble off the Snap
Defensive TD VIKINGS, Napoleon Harris on the Fumble Recovery
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:04 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
TOUCHDOWN, VIKINGS!!!!
Fumble recovery by Napoleon Harris. I missed the play typing a post, so I’m catching the replay.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:04 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Wow. . .I'm not even sure what happened there.
The Jags lined up in the shotgun, and apparently the Jags’ center thought that Garrard was under center.
Shouldn’t you be able to. . .I don’t know. . .tell that kind of thing?
In any event, 28 yards on the fumble return for Harris, and the Longwell extra point makes it 7-0 with 14:47 left in the first quarter.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:05 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Looks like
The center went to snap it to a Ghost QB under Center, when Garrard was lined up in Shotgun.
Now, I played QB..
FUMBLE AGAIN!!!! Vikings Ball
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:06 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
VIKINGS BALL!
And the Jags fumble the ensuing kickoff!
Wow. . .this sort of thing happens to teams other than Minnesota? Awesome!
Vikings set up shop inside the Jacksonville 30. Griffin stripped it, Thomas recovered it.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:06 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Did Jacksonville all of a sudden
wake up and think they were our beloved purple?
Gosh, I’m kinda used to this happening AGAINST us- and NOT happening in our favor!
This is awesome
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:09 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
this doesn’t really happen to anyone ever….
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 12:07 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I could get used to this sort of thing
by cruton647 on Nov 23, 2008 12:07 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Jags reviewing the call
If it stands, the Vikings have a first and 10 at the Jacksonville 28, a 7-0 lead, and the Jags will be down a time out.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:07 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I think their only option now is to send in Troy Williamson….(the secret weapon)
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 12:08 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
we haven’t seen a real offensive play on either side. hard to tell what to make of the rest of the game.
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 12:08 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
it’s too bad he’s inactive….i was looking forward to some dropsies from him today
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 12:09 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
play stands baby
purple is the color of royalty
by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:10 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
go taylor
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:10 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Berrian!
With some moves!
1st and goal, Minnesota. Nice blocking by the Vikings on that one.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:11 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Oh LORD!
What a spin move by Chester Taylor!
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:11 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
TD TAYLOR!!
Although, I have to ask, why hasn’t AP even been on the field yet?
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 12:11 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Chest Cold by AP yesterday?
the lack of information tells me Childress is trying to act like Bellicheck
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:13 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
taylors a beast
purple is the color of royalty
by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:11 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
AP Not Playing Because of Disciplinary Reasons
according to the radio….Thats why he didnt get the start.
by Tony_O on Nov 23, 2008 12:12 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Probably because of that interview where he said he was surprised he wasnt on the field in the TB game.
by TimQMills on Nov 23, 2008 12:13 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
they said that AD had a bit of a chest cold yesterday…if it’s a blowout i doubt he’ll play much.
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 12:12 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Now now. . .
Let’s not get crazy yet. When’s the last time the Vikings blew out a team from a city other than Detroit? (-:
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:13 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Vikings go up 14-0
Chester Taylor’s 3-yard touchdown run puts the Vikings up 13-0, and Longwell tacks on the extra point.
Drive covered 28 yards in 3 plays. . .all runs. . .and took 1:21 to accomplish.
Vikings 14, Jaguars 0, 13:19 remaining in the first quarter.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:13 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Watch Out
we’re ahead by 2 scores early…
Time for the famed prevent offense
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:14 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Because you're a Viking fan
And we know better
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:14 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Because
because you’re a Vikings fan. We all are uneasy
This post would be better if I wasn't screwed by the refs!
by Delta Dave on Nov 23, 2008 12:14 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
plz i hope this is not a tease!
by vikingfromkuwait on Nov 23, 2008 12:14 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
14 to rip!!!
whooooooa!
*Mac45*
by Macdaddy4508 on Nov 23, 2008 12:15 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
no doubt….i could handle a low stress game today….be smart chilly!
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 12:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
smart chilly = shut down the offense, run the clock as much as possible with 13 minutes left in the 1st quarter
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 12:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
yeah prevent yards as much as possible
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Jets Lead early
Favre to Thomas Jones….7-0 Jets. if anybody was wondering about that game.
by Tony_O on Nov 23, 2008 12:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Ahhh
the old throw it short of the first down marker play.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 12:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Good stop there
Decent pressure on Garrard, but the Vikings stop Northcutt short of the sticks.
After getting one first down, Jacksonville will punt it away.
Berrian back returning punts? What about Reynaud?
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:18 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
who else feels uneasy, even though we have a 14 point lead?
by vikingfromkuwait on Nov 23, 2008 12:18 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I just keep telling myself it's a 0-0 game
And hope that the Vikings play like the Vikings have played this year and keep it within 10 points. Then we’re guaranteed a win by 4…
But, yeah- I know the feeling. Look for the Infamous Prevent Offense to screw things up
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:20 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Chicago takes a 7-0 lead
Since GB plays on Monday Night, this is the only other game to watch.
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:18 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
NFC North Update
Detroit 0, Tampa 0, 7:02 left in 1Q. . .Detroit in the red zone.
Chicago 7, St. Louis 0, 7:43 left in 1Q
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:19 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Never mind
Detroit takes a 7-0, lead on a Culpepper to Calvin Johnson TD pass.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:19 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
its early still.. of course i feel uneasy
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:19 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Peterson still on the sidelines
This has got to be a disciplinary thing.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:20 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
pease no chillyball
purple is the color of royalty
by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:20 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
THROW! IT!
AWAY!
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:21 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
weak frerotte cant bootleg
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:21 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
THROW IT AWAY!!!!!!!
You’re out of the damn pocket Ferotte!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
by Skol Vikes on Nov 23, 2008 12:21 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
exactly
but no, he didn’t even take a hit- he slid for the sack
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:22 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
oh my gosh
First, that was a great fake by Frerotte and Taylor,
But you can’t hold onto it forever
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:21 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
wow horrible play
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:22 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Well, that was a bad series
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:22 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
We could’ve hur them so bad with a long drive there
by TimQMills on Nov 23, 2008 12:23 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Well, what did you expect?
Chilly tries to get smart with a 2-RB shotgun run play
Followed by a playaction rollout to Taylor and with Frerotte
Completed with a pass play that gains less than 5 yards.
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:24 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Playaction is stupid
In the first quarter. You have to make them respect the run FIRST, than run playaction.
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:25 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Jaguars injury
Looks like one of their linebackers jammed his neck trying to take down Rice. Hope he’s alright. . .doesn’t look like he’s moving much.
Vikings to punt when we come back.
Vikings 14, Jaguars 0, 10:25 left in the first quarter.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:23 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Ungh
Here we go again
This post would be better if I wasn't screwed by the refs!
by Delta Dave on Nov 23, 2008 12:25 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Well, there's the Vikings punt coverage team
And I think Kluwe just got himself killified.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:25 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Nope
Not if he’s in pursuit
This post would be better if I wasn't screwed by the refs!
by Delta Dave on Nov 23, 2008 12:26 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Detroit Leads
13-0….Garcia Fumbles in the End Zone
by Tony_O on Nov 23, 2008 12:28 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Touchdown, Jacksonville
The Jags take advantage of the great field position by putting the ball into the end zone, as Garrard hits Reggie Williams from 8 yards out.
Josh Scobee extra point makes the score 14-7.
Jags’ drive went 27 yards in 4 plays, taking 1:52 to accomplish.
Vikings 14, Jaguars 7, 7:57 left in the first quarter.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:29 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
14-7
we still have a lead, we still have a lead. we still have a lead….
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:30 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
garcia didn’t fumble in the endzone….fumbled at midfield at detroit returned it
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 12:30 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
could it be a meltdown already
purple is the color of royalty
by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:31 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Jags screw up the onside kick
One of them touched it before it went 10 yards, it appears.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:32 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Two players down
One Viking, one Jaguar. . .don’t know who they are yet.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:32 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
David Herron and Quentin Groves
Both got up and walked off on their own.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:33 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
good field posistion here we come
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:33 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
let’s set the record for injured linebackers
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 12:34 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Whoa. . .that was lucky
Did Reynaud just not see where the ball was?
And, because of the penalty, the Vikings will get the ball at their own 45, which is 30 yards from the spot of the kickoff.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:34 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Hey, it's that Peterson guy!
Awesome!
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:35 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Bout damn time
I still think this is not the time of year to be doing “disciplinary” measures on your best player.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 12:35 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Doesn't Frerote know
That he needs to get rid of the ball within 4 seconds?
This is not getting Old, it’s a broken record already
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:36 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
anybody else notice that reynaud is wearing williamsons old jersey number…
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:37 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
So???
How come Gus doesn’t get the roughing penelty???
This post would be better if I wasn't screwed by the refs!
by Delta Dave on Nov 23, 2008 12:37 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Wow. . .why is that not a penalty
On the guy that took down Frerotte?
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:37 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Wow,
I was not expecting a field goal attempt there. Nice work Longwell.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 12:38 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
lomgwell just hustles
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:38 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Longwell shows the Long leg again!
Gonzo- I was thinking the exact same thing RE: penalty for the Frerotte hit
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 12:38 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
the NFC North is scoring points like crazy today.
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 12:39 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Longwell tacks on 3 more
Holy crap. . .I just assumed we’d punt.
Longwell comes in and hits from 54, and the announcers inform us that’s his 4th 50+ yard field goal this year.
Vikings drive went 19 yards in 5 plays, taking 1:57 off the clock.
Vikings 17, Jaguars 7, 6:00 left in the first quarter.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:39 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
brett favre just fumbled if any one cared
purple is the color of royalty
by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:39 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
chilliys special team wingman
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:41 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Lions
Detroit is beating the Bucs team that dominated us in the 2nd half last week
14-0
by TimQMills on Nov 23, 2008 12:45 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
How in the hell
Do you let them convert there?
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:45 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
You Minnesota Vikings
Letting teams convert third and long for the last 20 years.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 12:46 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
If you're going to try and gain any ground on Chicago then all hope is lost, 14-0 Bears over Rams
Just to let you know, I have put you on my blogroll.
Seattle, the world's worst sports city.
by SSreporters on Nov 23, 2008 12:46 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Haha thanks, just to get my mind off the impending Seahawks disaster.
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by SSreporters on Nov 23, 2008 12:49 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
First quarter comes to an end
With the Vikings leading 17-7, but the Jaguars have a 1st and 10 from the Minnesota 20 when we come back.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:48 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
NFC North Update
Lions 17, Buccaneers 7, 11:19 left in 2Q
Chicago 14, St. Louis 0, 12:25 left in 2Q
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:49 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
i think were crashing.
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:52 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
3rd and goal
And I think that even if we stop them here, the Jags are going for it on 4th.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:53 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
we have to make them settle
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:53 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
We caught a huge break there....
Bone head play by Lewis.
by Tony_O on Nov 23, 2008 12:54 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Would have been nice
For one of the two defenders standing over him to at least touch him, just in case.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 12:55 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
ok lets see a drive now
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:54 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Jacksonville cuts it to a TD
I’m surprised. . .I figured Del Rio would go for it there.
Josh Scobee hits from 21 yards out to cut the Vikings’ lead to 7.
Jacksonville drive went 66 yards in 14 plays, taking 8:31 to accomplish. We really need to answer with a long drive of our own here.
Vikings 17, Jaguars 10, 12:29 left before halftime.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:55 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
frerotte throws like a girl when its a five yard throw
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:58 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
And Tavaris Jackson throws it wide of an open receiver on a curl route on a 5 yard throw, who do you choose?
Seattle, the world's worst sports city.
by SSreporters on Nov 23, 2008 12:59 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
El Sid!
Nice catch by Rice. 3 and out would have been a disaster there.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 12:59 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
i love ya rice
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 12:59 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
And here comes the circus
As the Vikings have to punt away again.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:01 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
that was atrosious…and im not sure how it happened
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 1:02 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
NFC North Update
Chicago 21, St. Louis 0, 8:05 left in 2Q
Detroit 17, Tampa Bay 14, 4:40 left in 2Q
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:04 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Another 3rd and long
A stop here would be really, really spectacular.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:05 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Or, you know, we could let them convert
Again.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:05 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Not with that garbage coverage scheme they seem to like so much.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:05 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
man were getting torn
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 1:05 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Most defenses
Have trouble stopping third and short.
Are we the only defense in the league that has trouble stopping third and long?
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:07 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I hate to keep saying this every week
But it could be worse, we could be Detroit fans.
21-17 TB
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:09 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Ok, seriously guys
Can we see a stop on 3rd and long?
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:11 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
So we stop them on 3rd down
And we accept the penalty to give them another chance even though we haven’t stopped a 3rd and long all day?
I hope this doesn’t come back to bite us.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:11 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Possibly
on the off change that Del Rio decides to go for it. I would be as scared of that as anything.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:12 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Well yeah
But, again, short-yardage situations aren’t our problem.
But we stopped them, and here comes Josh Scobee.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:12 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
yes thats what i want to see
purple is the color of royalty
by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 1:13 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Missed it!
Josh Scobee hooks it to the left from 46 yards out, and the Vikings get the ball back with 2:40 left in the half.
Vikings 17, Jaguars 10.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:13 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Tampa Leads Detroit 21-17
Epic Choke Job by the Lions.
by Tony_O on Nov 23, 2008 1:14 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Same deal different week
It’s not too epic when they seem to do this every week
by Skol Vikes on Nov 23, 2008 1:17 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
here comes the two minute self destruct
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 1:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Yup
play 1- dropped pass by wade
play 2- rollout interception by Frerotte.
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 1:16 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
can we save wade for the slot and put rice on the edge?
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 1:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
what did i say
purple is the color of royalty
by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 1:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Really???
Never thought I’d say it but it might be time for T. Jack
This post would be better if I wasn't screwed by the refs!
by Delta Dave on Nov 23, 2008 1:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Same here
I just yelled what I thought I would never yell, I WANT ACTION JACKSON!!!!!!!!
by Skol Vikes on Nov 23, 2008 1:18 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
looks like we’ll be seeing jackson today possibly the rest of the year
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 1:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Dear Gus,
THROW THE STUPID BALL AWAY EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE!
Sincerely,
Everybody
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Veterans
I thought veteran QBs knew when to just throw the damn thing away.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Exactly
This post would be better if I wasn't screwed by the refs!
by Delta Dave on Nov 23, 2008 1:17 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
i know gus has a tendency to flop….but i think he might be hurt for real
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 1:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
The Vikings franchise went down the toilet...
…the second that Randy Moss was traded. We’ve never been the same since.
There is no other reason.
by TimQMills on Nov 23, 2008 1:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
BTW….can we give peterson more than 3 touches in a half?….seriously.
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 1:18 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
OUT OF THE GOD DAMN POCKET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Damn it Gus, you’re out of the god damn pocket and then you decide to try and throw a pass across you’re body while being pressured hard? I I thought you were supposed to be a smart veteran but you’re no smarter than damn T Jack. Throw it out of bounds for once!!!!!!!!!!
by Skol Vikes on Nov 23, 2008 1:19 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
in gus’ defense….when a qb has that much time after pulling it down a running….there should be a receiver WIDE OPEN…..however, I don’t think I’ve ever seen gus do anything but throw pics when he pulls it down and runs….STUPID!!!
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 1:21 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
its really hard to be a vikings fan sometimes
by SDviking on Nov 23, 2008 1:22 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
why is our pass defense so bad? i’m so sick of qb’s completing every single throw.
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 1:23 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Seriously. It seems like every pass is a completion.
by TimQMills on Nov 23, 2008 1:24 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t know but Leslie Frazier needs to start taking some of the credit for it.
by TimQMills on Nov 23, 2008 1:24 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Help a Jags fan out
Trying to find a P2P or Tvants link and can’t find one. Any Vikes got a link?
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by FSBlueApocalypse on Nov 23, 2008 1:25 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Wow
I don’t know what’s happened to Josh Scobee. He’s usually pretty reliable.
The Vikings are fortunate to still be up 7.
Vikings 17, Jaguars 10, :47 left until halftime.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:25 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
"1-10-JAC 25 (8:51) 9-D.Garrard left end to JAC 20 for -5 yards (69-J.Allen). "
why was this not a sack (a couple possessions ago)?
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 1:26 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I think
He missed a handoff, so they are considering it a run.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:26 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
i don’t understand how you decide if a qb is running or not. if he drops back to pass, and no ones open and he starts running forward and someone tackles him a yard behind the line of scrimmage, that’s a sack.
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 1:28 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
D
they are really working winfield’s side today
by deadeye on Nov 23, 2008 1:27 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
John Lynch
is surprised that the Vikings didn’t try to move down the field.
Everyone on this board is not.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:27 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
In John Lynch's defense
He hasn’t seen 10 previous Vikings’ games this year like we have.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:28 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Halftime
Vikings 17, Jaguars 10
Can anyone give me a good reason for why we shouldn’t go back to Tarvaris Jackson at this point? Is he really, really any worse than Gus Frerotte?
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:28 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
They may need to
At least T-Jack could potentially run the ball in those forced-to-roll-out situations.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:29 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
be glad
for jags first 2 fumbles otherwise Vikes down 10-3.Need healthy dose AP second half.
by speedlod on Nov 23, 2008 1:31 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
He needs more than 5 touches
That’s for damn sure.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:33 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Remember when we used to make plays downfield?
That feels like ithat was a completely different team.
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 1:34 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
The Vikings have 70 total yards of offense
In one half of football.
The Jags have also had the football for over 20 minutes.
If the Vikings are going to win, this has got to change. . .can’t rely on Josh Scobee continuing to miss field goals.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:35 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
NFC North Update
Buccaneers 21, Lions 17, halftime
Bears 24, Rams 3, halftime
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:35 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Childress had his excuse to go with TJack just now if he really wanted to give him another shot….he did not take it…..Frerotte is the guy i guess.
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 1:36 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Don't forget
We get the ball coming out of halftime.
Not sure how much difference it will make, but we’ll get the ball first.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:36 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
A good time
This would definitely be a good time for nice, sustained drive for some points, considering last week’s scoreless second half.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:37 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Can Frazier or Bevell adjust, will Chilly make the right calls?....
answers to the hard hitting questions after the break.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:38 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
If that sideline report about Chilly is true
Than he is an even bigger moron than I had though earlier in this thread.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:42 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I have arrived!
Anyone have an online stream link?
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 1:43 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
There's one up a little higher in the thread
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Alright, thanks.
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 1:45 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
That's some of the worst quality I've ever seen...
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 1:54 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Argh
Throwing passes 5 yards short of the marker on third down again.
That annoys the crap out of me.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:45 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Especially to a playmaker
Tahi has been known to bust those
by Skol Vikes on Nov 23, 2008 1:46 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I wanna see
AP grab Childress’s clipboard and whack him upside the head with it, then go at Frerotte.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:46 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
It "might" work if we actually spread the field
If i’m not mistaken, that’s how the Jags converted one of their 3rd and Longs. But when you throw it to your out and there are 3 defenders in the area, you’re going to fall short everytime
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 1:48 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
gonzo….you have to understand it was to one of our big playmakers….tahi….you know…he will usually break 4-5 tackles and pick up that first down.
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 1:46 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
is anyone ready to bench ray edwards in favor of robison?
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 1:48 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
AP has six touches so far
I hate Brad Childress.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:48 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
FUMBLE!!
Vikings ball at the Jacksonville 40!
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:48 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
THANK GOD for "FUMBLE"
That’s 3 today.
Maybe we can take advantage of the great field position and hit pay dirt for 7.
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 1:49 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
With a solid dose of AP
it might be possible.
Please Chilly?
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:50 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I know they want to give us this game….I’m just not sure that BC wants to take it….he would feel a little pushy just taking a victory from someone elses home. maybe he’s too polite.
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 1:49 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
If having a man crush
On Antoine Winfield is wrong. . .well, I don’t want to be right.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:50 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
ii love our D tho
purple is the color of royalty
by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 1:51 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
what is up with gus sucking and being hurt so much?
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 1:51 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
And Frerotte is down again
For crying out loud
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:51 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Frerotte Slides
And gets hit in his injured Shoulder
Where’s the flag? He slid
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 1:52 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
at least now we’ll be running with jackson back there
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 1:52 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
are you kidding me? frerotte slides like a little girl and still gets hurt.
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 1:52 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Never mind, Frerotte is back
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:53 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
See Childress
Peterson is good. Weird how that works.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:53 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
One praise for Jackson
That I heard more often last year, was the way he was able to “manage the running game”
Dammit, that’s all we need right now…
(or not?)
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 1:53 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Can we give Tahi the nickname “playmaker” after today?
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:55 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
That was a stupid
2nd and 2 play
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 1:55 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Can someone explain
Why Sidney Rice is even on this team?
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:55 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Wow...
Just wow.
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 1:55 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
At least we have a kicker who can kick straight?
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 1:56 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Is that a question?
Or a statement that was clouded in uncertainty because of the utter awfulness of the rest of our team?
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 1:57 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Well...
Other than 3 Fumble Recoveries
All Night’s first 3 carries and
All Day’s carries since…
We have what? Terrible play calling? Horrendous ‘playmaking’ by Frerotte? How about a foul combination of the two, and a number of Penalties and missed FG’s that have saved our game thus far.
That onside kick would’ve been murder. Had they not had that Hold call, Schobee would’ve made that kick…. Among others
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:01 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
At least I have a keg in my basement
Helps take the sting off of the inept play calling.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 1:58 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Vikings settle for 3
Again. Argh.
And can we stop throwing the freaking ball to Tahi. . .please? I’m beggin’ ya.
Vikings scoring drive goes 23 yards in 7 plays, taking 4:02 off the clock. Drive concluded with Ryan Longwell knocking it through from 32 yards because, well, that’s what Ryan Longwell does.
Vikings 20, Jaguars 10, 7:43 left in the third quarter.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 1:58 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Is it possible to hate Childress more?
Because I think I’m experiencing this…
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 1:59 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Believe me
It’s not just you
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:00 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah!!!
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:01 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
is the vikings radio guy calling the tv broadcast?
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 2:02 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
No
His name is Chris Rose. . .but he DOES sound a lot like PA, I’ll agree.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:03 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Minus the yelling and rampant homerism, of course.
Though that’s what I love most about PA.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:04 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Is the Jag's offensive line as horrible as the scouting reports imply?
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:02 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Wouldn't know
I’m not sure we’ve attempted to test them beyond our front 4 yet
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:04 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
They've had to put a ton of guys on IR
And one of their guys got shot in the pre-season. . .that’ll always put a dent in the depth chart.
3rd and long again. . .hold your breath, folks.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:04 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
By that I meant, they held, not that there was a holding missed.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:05 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, you can't help but feel sorry for them.
I read about Brad Meester.
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:05 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
McNabb benched
who else wants to see him in purple?
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 2:04 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Never understood
why the folks in philly don’t seem to like McNabb
by cruton647 on Nov 23, 2008 2:07 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I’m not even going to try to explain that play…
How we shouldn’t have been trying to catch it within the 10-yard line w/o fair catching
…or how Lucky it ended up being…
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:06 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I don't want Berrian returning punts
But we got a decent one there. Dodged a bullet, big time.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:06 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
i’d love to see mcnabb……huge arm….ellusive….experienced….and really….he wouldn’t have to throw as much in our offense…..you’d hope anyways.
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 2:06 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
You're wrong about McNabb
Like Culpepper, he’s not the McNabb of old.
Poor decision making, mostly due to the horrendous playcalling of Childress’s mentor Andy Reid.
They have Brian Westbook yet they throw the ball 80% of the time. He doesn’t take criticism like a Man, and is pouty eyed like Culpepper was whenever he gets under center.
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:09 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Woo!
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:08 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
shiancoe was so open he almost couldnt help but drop it
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 2:08 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
And hey. . .
We’re in field goal range!
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:09 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
John Henderson is a massive human being.
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:09 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
thats a rob job on the spot
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 2:10 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Go for it here
It’s 6", and you have Adrian Peterson.
Now, don’t do anything cute and/or stupid.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:11 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Agreed...like last week.
Gosh, that was awful.
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:11 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
If Peterson doesn’t touch this ball, I quit.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:11 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Meh
Why not do a QB sneak with your thoroughly injured QB?
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:11 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
And Gus is now paralyzed and out for about 10 years.
Way to go old man!
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:12 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
WOW...
we ran a QB sneak: actually “playing it smart”
wow… I’m surprised Childress didn’t fuck it up
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:12 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Damn
Now I’m faced with the decision of whether I am happy about the first, or follow through with my threat of quitting from above.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:12 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Choose the former.
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:13 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Lol
Childress was so surprised that play was successful he needed to call a Timeout to regroup!
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Tampa stomping Detroit 34-17
Chicago up over St. Louis 27-3
by cruton647 on Nov 23, 2008 2:12 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Detroit
How much do they really, really suck? Wow.
There’s a dude in my bowling league who started the year wearing a Lions hat and t-shirt. He’s dumped the shirt, and I’m waiting to see how long the hat lasts.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:13 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
TO is averaging 45 yards/catch
That’s just insane
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:14 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Pass Interference
saves the drive again
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:14 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I am always disturbed by images on Childress pertending to be an effective coach
Whenever I see him with his arms crossed and giving the image that he is “deep in thought and concentration” I am reminded of my grandpa after he’s eaten lutefisk.
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Holy crap!
PI on that one. . .Vikings caught a break there. . .I didn’t think it was PI, but we got the call.
First and goal, Vikings.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I think we escaped easily as well.
Mathis rarely makes mistakes.
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:16 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
THROW THE FUCKING BALL AWAY YOU FUCKING RETARD!!!!!!!
by Tony_O on Nov 23, 2008 2:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
or
Give it to the best RB in the NFL
by TimQMills on Nov 23, 2008 2:16 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Or
They could actually try the jump ball to Rice.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:16 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
No
Give it to the best RB in the NFL
by TimQMills on Nov 23, 2008 2:17 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I'm just saying
if they absolutely feel the burning desire to try a pass, why not the jump ball.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:18 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
The Standard
Playaction left, rollout right
WITH NO RECEIVERS TO THE RIGHT!!!
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
We’ve seen that FAIL how many times this year?
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:16 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
someone really needs to teach frerotte how to throw it away
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 2:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Normally
I’m a big proponent of the play action rollout near the goal line, but not when the quarterback is better suited as a stone gargoyle than a runner.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Gus is a moron and needs to go away now
This post would be better if I wasn't screwed by the refs!
by Delta Dave on Nov 23, 2008 2:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
WOW!
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Of course we fail even worse...
1st and goal on the 2.
3rd and goal on the 15.
The Childress offense!
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:17 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
A touchdown is still 6 points
You don’t get more for degree of difficulty fellas.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
it's like they want
to settle for a Field Goal
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
I hate the Vikings' playcalling
1st and goal from the 2, and we can’t just slam AP into the line 3-4 times to score?
And a delay of game penalty on top of it.
This game should be damn near over by now.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
looks like brad is a little unhappy with GUS….GOOD!
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 2:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
and why are we running play-action on 3rd and long?
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 2:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
wtf
worst play calling i’ve ever seen 2 red zones in a row. Pathetic!
by purpleNva on Nov 23, 2008 2:19 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Thank god
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:20 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Anyone think we should go for this?
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:21 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
terrible…why isn’t rice out there in our red zone attempts….or any other time for that matter
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 2:21 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
You know
I don’t care if Matt Cassel is going to be over rated and over paid this off season, the Vikings need to try to sign him.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:21 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
15 to go
why would i try for the end zone?
by purpleNva on Nov 23, 2008 2:21 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Longwell makes it 13
Longwell hits a 22-yard field goal, because that’s what Ryan Longwell does.
Vikings’ drive went 65 yards in 11 plays, taking 6:28 off of the clock.
Vikings 23, Jaguars 10, 13:59 left in the game.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:22 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
NFC North Update
Buccaneers 35, Lions 17, 4:24 left in 3Q.
Bears 27, Rams 3, 14:52 left in 4Q.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:22 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Jones-Drew hurt
Bad for him and the Jags. . .good for us from a football standpoint.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:26 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Did Garrard just stiff arm a d lineman?!?
by cruton647 on Nov 23, 2008 2:27 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
offensive holding
stops the 3rd and long conversion…
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:27 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
and they almost get it
on the 2nd try
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:27 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Jags punt it away
Bad punt, out of bounds at around the Minnesota 40.
Vikings 23, Jaguars 10, 11:53 left in the game.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:28 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Time to put this thing away
Pretty please?
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:29 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Thank god for inept officiating
and terrible mistakes by Jacksonville, otherwise this is a Jaguars victory
by sle71r on Nov 23, 2008 2:29 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Need to put this game away
Like we should have done about two quarters ago.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:31 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Bryant McKinney
Needs to either go, or get some kind of wake up call, because I swear he’s dancing around in circles half the time.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:31 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Did i just see
A 3rd down pass completion pass the first down marker?
I did… wow
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:32 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
2500 career yards for AP
In 25 career games.
Great job from #28.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:33 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
HOLY CRAP!
The draw on 3rd and long actually worked!!
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:35 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Even a blind dog
finds a bone every now and then
the law of averages is against that play.
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:35 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
that could be the first time i’ve seen a draw play work on 3rd and long
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 2:35 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
In light of this run of terrible quarterbacking the past few games
Matt Cassel: 25-35 343 yards 2 tds and 1 int
Guy we should try to sign
Chad Pennington: 21-31 295 yds 3 tds
Guy we should have signed when we had the chance.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:35 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Delayed handoff
on third and long , that was just plain lucky
by Nefarien on Nov 23, 2008 2:36 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
HOld onto the ball and
run this goddamn clock out
by sle71r on Nov 23, 2008 2:36 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Chester Taylor is...
3rd down awesomeness.
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:37 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
As far as the McNabb situation goes
Kevin Kolb just threw the Eagles 3rd Interception of the game
At which point McNabb started Clapping on the sidelines as if he should be put back in.
We don’t need that kind of attitude from the guy who didn’t know there are Ties in Football.
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:37 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
TOUCHDOWN, PETERSON!
And that SHOULD be your ball game!
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:37 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
AP!!
Finally, a crushing blow to another team!
by cheaptoy on Nov 23, 2008 2:37 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
That was a great drive!
Chester Taylor made some plays
Sidney Rice made a key 3rd and 7 catch
The Draw on 3rd and Long finally worked! (after 20 or so times of it not working so far this season)
Capped with AP high-stepping it across the goal line.
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:38 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Vikings now lead 30-10
Vikings’ scoring drive goes 60 yards in 10 plays, taking 4:58 off the clock.
There’s no way that this team can blow this lead.
Vikings 30, Jaguars 10, 6:55 left to 6-5 and no worse than a first-place tie in the NFC North.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:39 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Scariest 4 words with a large Viking lead
PREVENT OFFENSE
PUNT RETURNS
by Nefarien on Nov 23, 2008 2:43 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
i don’t know why you would say something like that Gonzo….are you trying to get me worked up?
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 2:40 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
K-Will with another sack
They can just pin their ears back now.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:43 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Moss 3 td’s today. nice to see him doing well.
by yanksrule08 on Nov 23, 2008 2:46 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Rany Moss is demolishing my fantasy team right now…he’s got 30 points.
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 2:46 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Robison in at DT on passing downs
I like that.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:47 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
he’s done that in previous games too gonzo….didn’t know if you had noticed or not
by jswen on Nov 23, 2008 2:48 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, I've seen it a few times
But I like the move a lot, so I thought I’d mention it again. (-:
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:50 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Didn't look like he was outside the box
Should be grounding.
And it is.
Not to mention the holding penalty that should have been called, too.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:49 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Nice!
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:53 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Benny Sapp with the INT
Looks like an INT anyway. . .not that it matters much, except for fantasy purposes.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:53 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Jacksonville burns their last time out
Vikings will punt it away with 3:05 left.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:55 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Great, we have to punt
Even with a 20-point lead with 3 minutes left…
That means we have to cover the punt.
It would mean a lot to me if we close this game out properly
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:56 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Gotta make sure Kluwe knows whether or not to punt the ball to the returner.
Gosh I hate Childress.
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:57 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
I was about to ask
for someone to explain it to me
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:57 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Why A Safety?
We still have to kick it off
This post would be better if I wasn't screwed by the refs!
by Delta Dave on Nov 23, 2008 2:57 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
The Vikings take a safety?
Well, with the Vikings’ punt coverage being the joke it is, that might not be a bad idea.
Vikings 30, Jaguars 12, 3:01 left to 6-5.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 2:57 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
What the crap just happened?
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 2:58 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
well...
Rather than having a 3-TD lead,
We now have a 2-TD (1 2-pt convo) & FG lead.
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 2:59 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Kevin Kolb was just intercepted
In the End Zone by the Ravens. Returned for a TD
Maybe benching McNabb was not a good idea?
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 3:02 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Our defense is on a roll!
Granted, that last pick was luck.
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by Andersklasen on Nov 23, 2008 3:02 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Interception!
Garrard just heaves one downfield as far as he can, and Madieu Williams picks it off. That’s 5 turnovers forced by the Minnesota defense today.
Vikings 30, Jaguars 12, 1:59 from 6-5.
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 3:02 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
That's the type of score
(moreso 30-10, rather than 30-12… but I won’t complain) I like to see My Vikings put up
Take away the first 14, and we still top 16-12. Good game by the Defense, CT, and AP. Way to not screw it up Childress & Frerotte
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 3:04 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs
Madieu Williams on the Interception
With No Jacksonville Time Outs left, this game is over
by DelawareBerserker on Nov 23, 2008 3:03 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
NFC North Update
The Lions will be 0-11 in two minutes, as they’re losing 38-20 to Tampa Bay.
Chicago goes to 6-5 and into a tie with us as they beat the Rams 27-3.
And Green Bay is going to lose to New Orleans on Monday night. w00t!
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by Gonzo on Nov 23, 2008 3:07 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
Back from the bar
Vikies gang finally happy.
Yo Aaron and Chris. Vikings on a roll! Yesss!
by CitrusFLViking on Nov 23, 2008 3:18 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
yeah hey what up vance…its a good day indeed…go saints on monday…chicago better be ready cause the metro dome will be rockin
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by da2213viking on Nov 23, 2008 3:36 PM CST reply actions 0 recs
seemed like a good game
Couldnt get to a comp till after like 1,got called in fix someones bad brake job.I knew better then answer phone at 8 on a sunday but youngest daughter got to phone before I could holler “I aint here”.So my sunday was spent going over someones work.But the Vikes won and thanks to blog here was able catch up on things at half.Didnt know Vikes won till about 6, had visions of getting blown out 2nd half.Another good day be a Vike fan.
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