Minnesota Vikings News and Links: February 7th, 2019

Good Morning!

I’m starting my seven on today, links and words up here will be limited based on how much time I have before and after work. If I see anything of interest regarding the Vikings I’ll try and link it up here or post in the comments. Time to carry on with our news and links open thread full of beer recommendations, nap strategies, crock pot and smoker recipes. Fire up the mock drafts and drop by for some fan wisdom, snark and have some delicious bacon.

Around the DN since our last open thread:

NFL Free Agency: Decisions on key players fast approaching per Ted.

Also from Ted: The Falcons cut Matt Bryant, their all time great kicker, who could immediately come to the Vikings and miss a lot of kicks.

Vikings news from other sources:

From Vikings.com it’s Mock Madness! Tbh some of these made me want to throw something.

Vikings Family, teammates remember Wade Wilson.

From their lunch break series: ESPN’s 2019 predictions include Vikings making the playoffs.

Wobby opens his pick-6 mailbag: Reiff’s role In 2019, upgrading the offensive line, possible FA WR additions and more.

Matthew Coller at SkorNorth continues his “future of the Vikings” series with part four tight ends and part 5, offensive line.

League news:

From NFL.com Nick Foles informs Eagles he’ll void $20M option.

Falcons part ways with veteran kicker Matt Bryant.

Aaron Donald on Super Bowl loss: ‘It’s motivation’

Steelers, Redskins among teams facing offensive identity crisis.

Biggest Super Bowl windows: Chiefs, Colts lead the pack.

We come to today’s media selection: Machine Head - Message In A Bottle

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 Tears of Our Rivals™ and as always, Welcome Aboard!