Housh flying to Minneapolis

by aceinthecorner on Feb 28, 2009 11:56 AM CST Comment 24 comments

http://stripehype.com/2009/02/28/free-agency-day-1-dust-settles/

"Houshmandzadeh is now off to Minnesota."

It seems like it's down to us and New York (at least based on his list of teams he wants to play for). Seems like a good fit and despite rumors I do not think he would e out of our price range, especially with the apparent lack of interest.

Can anyone confirm he is on the way here?

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I saw the same report on PFT. Its likely true. Let’s pull the trigger.

by Frost on Feb 28, 2009 12:02 PM CST reply actions

This was in our Star Tribune:

Two days ago Cincinnati free-agent wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh talked about how much he would like to play for the Vikings. Well, it looks as if he will at least visit with the team and it could happen today.

Houshmandzadeh’s agent, Kennard McGuire, said in a text message that "the Vikings are in [Houshmandzadeh’s] plans," but gave no further details.

The Vikings have been trying to arrange a visit with Houshmandzadeh since Friday morning. He first made a stop in Seattle on Friday.

Houshmandzadeh, 31, is the top free-agent receiver on the market and has caught at least 90 passes in each of the past three seasons.

Houshmandzadeh was fourth in Pro Football Weekly’s rankings of the top 100 free agents. Last year, the Vikings signed Bernard Berrian to a six-year, $42 million deal that included a $16 million signing bonus.

Houshmandzadeh was asked during an ESPN interview Friday morning about teams that interested him. "I’m looking at teams I think have good coaches and good offensive lines and good running games," Houshmandzadeh said. "I have no idea if those teams are interested in me. If I can play with Adrian Peterson, can you imagine what I would do getting one-on-one coverage with Adrian Peterson? I am going to win 98.6 percent of the time with one-on-one coverage with him in the backfield."

Houshmandzadeh is reportedly looking for a deal of upward of $10 million per season.

It looks like we’re interested!

Skol Vikes 4 Life!

by Macdaddy4508 on Feb 28, 2009 12:07 PM CST reply actions

Housh is 31? Damn. That’s insane.

by mjschaefer on Feb 28, 2009 12:53 PM CST up reply actions

Not really. It happens to a lot of us, sooner or later. :)

by DCPurple on Feb 28, 2009 2:53 PM CST up reply actions

That's what I thought too.

Doesn’t seem like he’s been around that long.

In AP I trust

by FarvaForTheVikings on Feb 28, 2009 11:27 PM CST up reply actions

Dear Adrian Peterson; please greet him at Winter Park or the Airport.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff222/LeoGetz25_2007/Peterson28-1.png

by aceinthecorner on Feb 28, 2009 12:12 PM CST reply actions

Ok Zigi

Let’s pull the trigger. He’s 31. Wants 10 mil. Let’s give it to him but not for more than 3 years and 4th year team option.

by CitrusFLViking on Feb 28, 2009 12:45 PM CST reply actions

do football do team option years

Danoo

by Danoo on Feb 28, 2009 2:50 PM CST reply actions

Sign the Housh!

Then if the BPA in the Draft could be…. just about anyone :)) . This just makes way too much sense for the Vikes, and a huge enticement for a vet QB as well.

Please, Spielman…. make this one happen.

by DCPurple on Feb 28, 2009 2:54 PM CST reply actions

Stadium lure

Tell him we could be the L.A*. Vikings in a few years. Then he will be a hometown hero.

Before you jump down my throat, this is a joke. (although not very funny)

by Odin on Feb 28, 2009 4:02 PM CST reply actions

He’s probably been in town now for a couple hours. Star Trib’s Access Vikings says Housh will have a decision by tomorrow. Last year when they flew Berrian in didn’t they get it done the same day? I think so … anyway it seems possible that they could announce this tonight,wishful thinking.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff222/LeoGetz25_2007/Peterson28-1.png

by aceinthecorner on Feb 28, 2009 4:32 PM CST reply actions

Cincy Enquirer

The Bengals’ free agent wide receiver will visit Minnesota tonight after meeting with Seattle yesterday. He might also visit with the New York Giants, but that has not been confirmed."

This is about all I got out of a Cincy newpaper

by CitrusFLViking on Feb 28, 2009 5:08 PM CST reply actions

Mr. Houshmandzadeh

Would you please sign here……

by nmvikesfan on Feb 28, 2009 5:14 PM CST reply actions

“The waiting is the hardest part” – Tom Petty

so true Tom, so true. I really hope this happens, can’t wait.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff222/LeoGetz25_2007/Peterson28-1.png

by aceinthecorner on Feb 28, 2009 6:09 PM CST reply actions

Yeah I would prob cream a load if TJ signs here.

by Skoaldybi on Feb 28, 2009 6:21 PM CST reply actions

TMI dude

In AP I trust

by FarvaForTheVikings on Feb 28, 2009 11:28 PM CST up reply actions

I just read on PFT that he said he won’t make a decision until sunday evening. Hopefully, he picks us.

by Frost on Feb 28, 2009 6:35 PM CST reply actions

NFL Network

is reporting that a source with the Vikings said that they will do everything possible to get T. J. to sign with the team before he leaves Minnesota. Keep your fingers crossed…

by purplegrey on Feb 28, 2009 7:16 PM CST up reply actions

I was just about to post this

TJ, why don’t you actually just sign for a good team that wants you and is giving you a fair price?

The seahawks and bucs are very questionable, and the giants probably won’t pay as much. He should be happy just to play on a good team.

by BeardedAxe on Feb 28, 2009 7:20 PM CST up reply actions

Can't wait for the TJ to TJ connection.

It’ll be like Montana to Rice 2.0 ;)

In AP I trust

by FarvaForTheVikings on Feb 28, 2009 11:30 PM CST reply actions

31

to me that just means hes been around enough to know whats up .kind of like chris carter we need that!

by new york viking on Mar 1, 2009 4:48 AM CST reply actions

Doesn't look good

TJ says he’ll make a decision tonight according to cincy enquirer. If he didn’t decide on Minny while in Minnesota, then I’m guessing that deal on the table in Cincy is worth more. I’m starting to assume he’ll resign with the Bengals tonight.

V-I-K-I-N-G-S! Skol Vikings, Let's Go!!

by TheViking83 on Mar 1, 2009 10:43 AM CST reply actions

He hasn’t left Minnesota yet. At least, not from what I can find.

by Frost on Mar 1, 2009 11:07 AM CST up reply actions

Star Trib Access Vikings are on top of this, reports TJ arrived at Winter Park this morning around 10:40 am and last reported at 1pm he was still in the building. Going to camp their blog.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff222/LeoGetz25_2007/Peterson28-1.png

by aceinthecorner on Mar 1, 2009 1:53 PM CST reply actions