Minnesota Vikings News and Links, December 6th, 2018

Good Morning!

Shoutout again to Skoldiers for dropping a thread while Fishin’ and I were working on Tuesday, we’ll try not let than become a regular occurrence. Regarding our offensive coordinator, although I’m one of the fastest pitchfork sharpeners out there I think he needs time, now whether that amount of time ends after this season or at the end of another season isn’t up to me. A better offensive line, actual 3rd WR and a fully health Dalvin Cook all go a long way to cure what ails the Vikings offense. While we’re waiting for the next Vikings game to start we’ll continue with our news and links full of beer recommendations, nap strategies, crock pot and smoker recipes. Have another cup of coffee and drop by for some fan wisdom, snark and a virtual donut. With that, let’s do this, beat the Seahawks!

Around the DN since our last thread:

Vikings work out another CFL star in CB Winston Rose per Chris. Before you ask, no he doesn’t play gourd or offensive coordinator.

The Vikings playoff chances are pretty good despite their lackluster performance from Wludford.

Chris has your Vikings weekly power rankings for week 13.

Ted notes the NFC Playoff Picture: Vikings hanging on by a thread right now.

John DeFilippo has vote of confidence from Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer writes Skelly10.

Finally, Norse Code Podcast Episode 261: Checking Down (and Out) hosted by Arif.

Vikings news from other sources:

From Vikings.com Wobby answers reader questions and comments in his Pick-6 mailbag.

Lunch break: Eight games likely to shape the playoff field include two Vikings games.

Five Vikings-Seahawks storylines to follow.

Matthew Coller at 1500espn ponders if the Vikings should go no huddle.

Courtney Cronin at the ESPN NFC North blog says Vikings HC Mike Zimmer’s biggest coaching challenge with Vikings lies ahead.

League news:

From NFL.com Broncos WR Emmanuel Sanders tore his ACL during practice.

Packers interim HC Joe Philbin: Winston Moss firing went beyond tweet.

Bears QB Mitchell Trubisky confident he’ll play this week against the Rams.

NFC Playoff Picture: Crucial bout in the East, Vikings need a win.

We come to today’s media selection: The Clash - Should I Stay or Should I go?

Again, we all know the rules, but in case someone is new:
-No discussion of politics or religion
-No feeding of the trolls
-This isn’t a male version of The View, so leave the gender hatred at the door
-Keep the bad language to a minimum (using the spoiler tags, if you must)
-Speaking of which, if discussing a newer show or movie, please use spoiler tags
-No pictures that could get someone fired or in serious trouble with their employer
-If you can’t disagree in a civil manner, feel free to go away
-While navigating the open thread, just assume it’s sarcasm.
With that, the beer light is on and the bar is open. Belly up & tie one on. Don’t forget to tip your waitress, try the venison chili and as always, Welcome Aboard and Skol Vikings!