Minnesota Vikings News and Links, 2/4

So yes, today is February 4th, with yesterday being the 3rd. It only took me an hour and 45 minutes yesterday before I realized I had the wrong date on here. Also, it's hump day, so beware the camel, obviously.

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

-We've got more things about Teddy Bridgewater to be excited about. Not sure we'll run out any time soon, either.

-Jerome Felton has officially opted out of his contract, meaning he'll be a free agent next month.

From some other sources around the internet. . .

-One guy that wasn't surprised by Mike Zimmer's success in 2014 is Marvin Lewis, Zimmer's former boss in Cincinnati.

-The NFC North bloggers over at ESPN named Bridgewater the best rookie in the division this season. Come for the analysis, stay for the people whining about someone having the nerve to say anything positive about a member of the Minnesota Vikings.

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 tags, if necessary), and keep the pictures work-safe and appropriately-sized.

Today's musical entertainment for your enjoyment.

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