Childress, Wilf, Spielman: We Don't Want Vick

by Anthony21 on Jul 30, 2009 11:00 PM CDT in Minnesota Vikings

Chris Myers reported on Fox Sports Radio that the Vikings are in negotiations to bring Michael Vick to Minnesota -- a ridiculous report that was met with swift denials from three members of the organization.

It started at Chilly's press conference:

Childress, however, denied that report by first asking who was the source.

“It wasn’t me,” Childress said.

Asked if that meant “no”, Childress replied, “It would have to be a no.”

Then Zygi was asked about it:

"Do you need a denial? I'm denying it."

And then Spielman reinforced what Chilly and Zygi said:

V.P. of player personnel Rick Spielman was even more pointed, telling [Pro Football Talk's] Tom Curran...that the Vikings aren't interested in Vick.

You getting this, Fox Sports? The Vick speculation started after the news about Favre broke, with Jay Glazer saying that the Favre-less Vikings "need" Vick. And then we have this ridiculous story from Myers.

Gonzo's been over this: Vick has been vastly overrated throughout his career and would hardly be enough of an upgrade at quarterback when you consider the PR problems he'd create. I have no issue with his reinstatement, but he's been out of football for two years and the few potential benefits just aren't worth the controversy.

It amazes me that this is even an issue and three different members of the organization had to deny the Vick rumors. But it was something Chilly, Wilf and Spielman needed to do -- because this could be the worst possible time for another round of rumors surrounding the Vikings and the quarterback position. At this point, there cannot be another whisper coming out of the organization that suggests flimsy support for Tarvaris and Sage.

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He would be a down grade to what we have

"If you're gonna shoot, shoot, don't talk"

by VikesFaninNM on Jul 30, 2009 11:23 PM CDT reply actions

Mr. Wulf...Please call Breet and let him try..You know he wants to play...

Everyone is entitled to change their mind,and if they feel 24 hrs later,that they should have…give him a chance..

Brett can & will deliver!!!

by brettfavre4ever on Jul 31, 2009 12:04 AM CDT reply actions

-1

Purple is the new black.

by steezah on Jul 31, 2009 1:38 AM CDT up reply actions

Brett woeful Favre...pathetic

Everyone has has enough. You are entitled to change your mind a few times but he has done it way too much. He has toyed with franchises over his back and fourthness and as a proud Viking fan I am happy the Diva is GONE!

GregP

by VikesPma on Jul 31, 2009 11:24 AM CDT up reply actions

Has had... Thanks for dragging us through it.

I didn’t want anyone to get hurt, nature of the business, blah, blah, drama, blah! Most anoying player in NFL history go away now!

GregP

by VikesPma on Jul 31, 2009 11:26 AM CDT up reply actions

Anthony is right. A strong “No” to Vick is a strong “yes” to Tavaris and Sage. Turning down Vick is a much-needed vote of confidence for the QBs we already have.

Thus I salute the fortress,
Safe from terror and dread.
Wife, follow me
and dwell with me in Valhalla!

by Franciscan Viking on Jul 31, 2009 12:43 AM CDT reply actions

As my father would say, we need Michael Vick like we need another hole in the head.

In AP I trust
Just say no to Favre.
F-A-R-V-A =/= F-A-V-R-E

by FarvaForTheVikings on Jul 31, 2009 1:05 AM CDT reply actions

I'd become a Packers fan (shudder)

Rather than see Vick in a Vikings jersey.
And Farve can stay retired AFAIC.

"Don't take life for granted, because tomorrow isn't promised to any one of us." -Kirby Puckett

by less cowbell, more 'neau on Jul 31, 2009 2:21 AM CDT reply actions

Farve=Favre

"Don't take life for granted, because tomorrow isn't promised to any one of us." -Kirby Puckett

by less cowbell, more 'neau on Jul 31, 2009 2:25 AM CDT up reply actions

True dat

They would stack 9 in the box if Vick was the Vikes QB.

GregP

by VikesPma on Jul 31, 2009 11:28 AM CDT up reply actions

Vick is overrated

Vick was never a good QB but he could be effective (somewhere else) in a wildcat role. It’s time for the team to move on with what they already have, not players who haven’t been in football for 2 years or players who aren’t even sure if they want to play…yeah, you Bret, please stay retired.

by ZakInOmaha on Jul 31, 2009 6:52 AM CDT reply actions

Vick is Vastley overated

by the media and general fans. he has worse throwing stats then T-Jack! defenses would have to be even less honest with him as our QB!

Will the Real Thor Please Stand Up ... ?

by the Real Thor on Jul 31, 2009 7:26 AM CDT reply actions

Vick wasn't always overrated

He was a Pro Bowler 3x, and the 1st time (in 2002) was actually quite impressive as a passer and as a runner.

In 2006 he wasn’t too far from being a slightly better Tarvaris Jackson + a slightly worse Chester Taylor as he had the first 1,000+ yd rushing season by an NFL QB. 2004 may have been his 2nd best season, though.

He was certainly vastly overrated in 2005 when he was selected for his 3rd Pro Bowl despite having what was possibly his worst full season.

He did change how the game was played (again, this had also happened when Randall Cunningham was in Philadelphia), or at least forced defenses to play differently against him. I think he was overrated for 2 years and praised about right for 2 years.

by KC Viking on Jul 31, 2009 8:17 AM CDT reply actions

vikings fan

The Vikings need a QB and they need a change in their offense. AP will not be able to carry the workload like he is doing consistently for 2 or 3 more years. T & S, will not get it done and the VIKES will have another sub-par season.
What does the media have to do with winning games? What does Public relations have to do with winning games? As I see it even the fair weather fans, and those who do not agree with the org choices all come along when the team is winning. At this point in time, the VIKES are a mere 3rd or 4th place team. GOOD LUCK THIS SEASON.

by Antoinemaximus on Jul 31, 2009 8:29 AM CDT reply actions

So close

If Matt Birk doesn’t low ball the shotgun snap against the Eagles the Vikes are still in that game. T.Jack threw 4tds to 0ints against the Superbowl bound Cardinals.
If Shiancoe doesn’t drop the ball in the endzone, against the Colts, on a good pass than the Vikes win that game, and T.Jack doesn’t get benched.
If he gets a little better we should be ok

GregP

by VikesPma on Jul 31, 2009 11:38 AM CDT up reply actions

TJ needs more games!

Tj will be ready for a game like Philly in a playoff game if he gets a full year too deal with the ups and downs of being the lead guy with out being pulled for making a mistake. He will have a different swagger coming on too the field this year! More talent on the field, with I hope? better play calling!

by Chuck forman on Jul 31, 2009 8:51 AM CDT reply actions

be honest

Does anyone honestly believe that childress and bevell would be able to utilize vick correctly? I’m still anxious to see how harvin is used this year.

by allday28 on Jul 31, 2009 9:33 AM CDT via mobile reply actions

Vick

I think Vick should go and play in the new UFL, get back to playing and then try signing with a team when that season is over in November. It gives him the best chance to get playing time. No matter what he does, I don’t think the Vikings have much use for him.
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by firedavidkahn on Jul 31, 2009 9:48 AM CDT reply actions

Why?

What has happened to the sports “news” media. Are they so eager for a breaking news that they have resorted to making up stories? First there was Rachel Nichols camped out in front of Farve’s house in Mississippi and now Michael Vick is coming to quarterback the Vikings. I want to know about the players on the team right now; I don’t care about any players who do not have a contract with the Vikings or who are seriously negotiating a contract with the Vikings. We have the team that will be on the field this year and it appears to be a damn good team!

by TexasViking on Jul 31, 2009 10:17 AM CDT reply actions

Everyone wants to blame the media

How about this everyone on this site never mention another QB other than the ones we have. Support them, rate them, berate them, but don’t even mention any one else especially “whats his name” and if no one shows any interest in the rest, then maybe the media will not feel so much pressure to feed people what they do not care about. I will make this pledge will anyone else?

by bleedingpurplesince74 on Jul 31, 2009 11:23 AM CDT reply actions

Jackson & Sage, thats it.

Just think about Niners QB situation. Its not so bad now is it. The Vikes actually looks pretty good by comparison.

GregP

by VikesPma on Jul 31, 2009 11:30 AM CDT up reply actions

Be realistic Vike fans

All of you Viking fans crying about one of the best QB’s to ever Put one on the Vikes need to be realistic about your team. Jackson won’t get it done, can’t get it done and needs to be in the UFL. Sage is at best a backup. You should all be saddened that FARVE said no. But I really think he said no because he didn’t want to spend his last year or two on a team with bad coaching and misguided fans. Go Packers!!!!

by ourock2 on Jul 31, 2009 3:01 PM CDT reply actions