Well, here we are, just hours away from kickoff. Man, I don't know why I'm so nervous for tonight's game, it looks like we match up nicely and we should win. Regardless of what happens, I still think this is a magical year, and I can't wait to keep cheering into February.
News and updates since our last open thread:
Arif posted Podcast 151: Do Stuff (Giants Preview).
From Vikings.com, the Purple People Eaters like what they see from the 2016 Vikings defense.
Gruden says Zimmer puts players in good positions and he's demanding, per Vikings.com.
From ESPN, Rashad Jennings will be out of tonight's game.
Here's a media selection for your afternoon & early evening. I'm glad we have other Rat Pack fans here, here's one of Frank Sinatra's best
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