Zero2Cool
14 years ago

So you think losing Rice to take the top off a defense isn't hurting you? The Vikings have become even more easy to defend. The hell with 8 in the box, make it 9.

I hope for your sake the Gophers have a .500 season.

Originally Posted by: DakotaT 



Losing Sidney Rice, sure it hurts, but I think his value is a bit over rated. He had one good year when his QB played at MVP level and also had one of the best running backs in the league on his offense.
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14 years ago

lol How so?

Originally Posted by: Formo 



Thinking that McNabb is going to provide more than the '10 version of Brett.. they are about at that same point of their career. McNabb is simply collecting a check this season.

That said.. I think it was important for them to allow Ponder to develop off the field this season and watch behind a veteran. He simply isn't ready and with a shortened camp it would have heen a disaster, IMO this season and for his overall development as a whole.

I just think they settled on the wrong pony for that bridging of the gap..

On the denial.. mostly a joke.. but your first retort this morning brought it to mind. Instantly. lol.
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Formo
14 years ago

Thinking that McNabb is going to provide more than the '10 version of Brett.. they are about at that same point of their career. McNabb is simply collecting a check this season.

That said.. I think it was important for them to allow Ponder to develop off the field this season and watch behind a veteran. He simply isn't ready and with a shortened camp it would have heen a disaster, IMO this season and for his overall development as a whole.

I just think they settled on the wrong pony for that bridging of the gap..

On the denial.. mostly a joke.. but your first retort this morning brought it to mind. Instantly. lol.

Originally Posted by: Pack93z 



We then agree to disagree. You can't get too much worse than '10 Favre. Add to the rumor that McNabb actually WANTS to be here vs. his disinterest in Washington, and he's at least a step up from last season. I'm of the ilk that believes an interested/engaged QB > disinterested QB.
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14 years ago

We then agree to disagree. You can't get too much worse than '10 Favre. Add to the rumor that McNabb actually WANTS to be here vs. his disinterest in Washington, and he's at least a step up from last season. I'm of the ilk that believes an interested/engaged QB > disinterested QB.

Originally Posted by: Formo 



You mean the report that he was unhappy with the non red carpet treatment? I kid.. ;)

The McNabb I watched last season had flashes, but overall just wasn't able to:

1) Avoid the rush at all
2) Put much on his throws, a number were late and lack zip.
3) get comfortable in the offense, a structured offense

I just have a hard time believing that he will have success at this point of his career, accepting that he won't be the first option to drive the offense (AP), and stay engaged.

Last season, he was traded for and given a big contract, said he was glad to be there and checked out rather quickly in the season.

I will hedge my bets against him.

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Formo
14 years ago

You mean the report that he was unhappy with the non red carpet treatment? I kid.. ;)

The McNabb I watched last season had flashes, but overall just wasn't able to:

1) Avoid the rush at all
2) Put much on his throws, a number were late and lack zip.
3) get comfortable in the offense, a structured offense

I just have a hard time believing that he will have success at this point of his career, accepting that he won't be the first option to drive the offense (AP), and stay engaged.

Last season, he was traded for and given a big contract, said he was glad to be there and checked out rather quickly in the season.

I will hedge my bets against him.

Originally Posted by: Pack93z 



Right. My point is that he'll put more effort into his game this year than last. Possibly shoring up those 3 points you brought up.

Of course, time will tell.

Anyway, I thought Thigpen made more sense to bridge the gap between Favre and Ponder. The Vikings brass wouldn't have to worry about hurting anyones feelings for putting in Ponder. It'll certainly be interesting how McNabb plays in purple.
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DakotaT
14 years ago


Anyway, I thought Thigpen made more sense to bridge the gap between Favre and Ponder. The Vikings brass wouldn't have to worry about hurting anyones feelings for putting in Ponder. It'll certainly be interesting how McNabb plays in purple.

Originally Posted by: Formo 




No, it is going to be a certain train wreck. And please remember that your buddy DT told you this prior to training camp.

BTW, how are season ticket sales this year? Do your fellow lads in purple share your enthusiasm. Uncle Dumbass VR hasn't chimed in yet on anything except for his taunt of Longwell being better than Crosby.
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zombieslayer
14 years ago
I'm with Formo here. I think he'll be good for the 10 games he plays in as he has a chip on his shoulder and still does have ability (I'm more convinced morale in DC sucks).

But he's injury prone and the Vikings will finish the season without his services, especially due to the OL sucking big time. That OL is worse than da Bears. The only reason da Bears' OL looks worse is because of their scheme.
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Formo
14 years ago

No, it is going to be a certain train wreck. And please remember that your buddy DT told you this prior to training camp.

BTW, how are season ticket sales this year? Do your fellow lads in purple share your enthusiasm. Uncle Dumbass VR hasn't chimed in yet on anything except for his taunt of Longwell being better than Crosby.

Originally Posted by: DakotaT 



You say train wreck. I say improvement over last year. We'll see, smartass.

I have no clue how season tix are. I may consider picking up a seat or two when I get my raise. But might just hold off and wait to see if there'll be a new stadium and buy then.
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14 years ago
All I can say about McNabb on the Vikings is...

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Formo
14 years ago
I've been checking and the Vikings have yet to officially 'break' this deal. No splash page welcoming Donovan to Minny, no blog news, no contract news.. Nothing.

Also think it's of concern to me that they haven't officially inked any of their drafted rookies. Well, no one's reported that they've gotten any deals anyway.
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