Minnesota Vikings News and Links, 12/30

2014 is almost over and done with, folks, but the action and fun certainly hasn't stopped here at your favorite Minnesota Vikings web site. We've got plenty of good stuff here for you to enjoy.

Since the last time we brought you an Open Thread. . .

-We have your complete schedule for the 2014 NFL Playoffs, letting you know when each game will be played and what network they will be on.

-Mike Zimmer and Greg Jennings both think that they can get wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson back on the right track.

-CFL standout wide receiver Duron Carter will be paying the Vikings a visit on 9 January, according to his father.

-The folks at Mocking the Draft have put together their first mock of the off-season, and are envisioning a reunion of a couple of college teammates.

-Arif and company have put together a brand new episode of Norse Code for your listening pleasure.

From some other sources around the internet. . .

-Some members of the Vikings are already making playoff predictions for 2015.

-Running back Jerick McKinnon says that he will be ready for OTAs after dealing with his back issues.

-Linebacker Chad Greenway has said that he is not thinking about retiring.

The rules of the Open Thread are the same as they've ever been, ladies and gentlemen. . .no politics, no religion, no feeding of the trolls, keep the bad language to a minimum (using the spoiler function, if necessary), and keep the pictures work-safe and appropriately-sized.

Your musical entertainment for this Tuesday.

WIth that, the beer light is on and the bar is open for this Tuesday, ladies and gentlemen. Enjoy the rest of your day!