82SiouxGuy Posted April 2, 2015 Posted April 2, 2015 As for the Vikings RB situation, is the former Georgia Southern RB, Jerrick McKinnon not in the long term plans? He's a bit undersized but seemed to do pretty well last year. McKinnon is definitely part of their plans. But his back injury this year and his small size have convinced them that he wouldn't hold up to the pounding as a full time feature running back. They consider him more of a 3rd down and change of pace back, probably getting 8-12 carries per game rather than 20. Quote
dmksioux Posted April 2, 2015 Posted April 2, 2015 McKinnon is definitely part of their plans. But his back injury this year and his small size have convinced them that he wouldn't hold up to the pounding as a full time feature running back. They consider him more of a 3rd down and change of pace back, probably getting 8-12 carries per game rather than 20. Makes sense.... Quote
Fetch Posted April 2, 2015 Author Posted April 2, 2015 This has nothing to do with UND Football. Crockett played at NDSU and he never played against UND. Not sure why you are so surprised that no one here has interest in your link? well guess what my thread & link worked & I doubt it broke any rules that bothered some of u.....get over it Quote
dmksioux Posted April 2, 2015 Posted April 2, 2015 well guess what my thread & link worked & I doubt it broke any rules that bothered some of u.....get over it Didn't bother me in the least, other than you trying to correlate the lack of interest in your link to a lack of interest in UND football. 1 Quote
SiouxScore Posted April 2, 2015 Posted April 2, 2015 . Vikes may look at Crockett but it would have to be a late round (6 or 7) or undrafted. I have heard the Vikings are seriously looking at a RB as high as Rd 2, which would include Ameer Abdullah (Nebraska), Duke Johnson (Miami), and, even later, David Johnson (Northern Iowa). Of course, the Boise State and U of Minnesota running backs are both at play also. I think Northern Iowa's David Johnson is easily a better prospect that NDSU's Crockett (better strength and speed). Then again, whether or not Spielman picks a RB may just come down to the how the draft pans out and who's the best player available. Vikings honestly believe Adrian Peterson will be back. I like Duke Johnson from Miami and David Cobb from Minnesota in the 3rd/4th range I've seen Cobb tweet for the Vikings to just let it happen so I guess he wants to stay in MN. I wouldn't be surprised to see them taking an RB no matter what in the draft but depending on what happens with AP will play a big role into when they take an RB. If AP isn't gonna play in MN they will probably take one in the top 3 rounds while even if he does end up coming back and playing in MN I could see them taking a RB in the 6th/7th range if they want to replace Asiata who I believe is in the last year of his deal. I'm interested to see what the Vikes will do in round 1. They still could use upgrades at a number of spots. I really wouldn't mind if they trade down this year and pick up a few more picks but if they stay at #11 some players I like who could/should be available are CB-Trae Waynes, S-Landon Collins, and WR-Devante Parker. Quote
UND-FB-FAN Posted April 3, 2015 Posted April 3, 2015 I like Duke Johnson from Miami and David Cobb from Minnesota in the 3rd/4th range I've seen Cobb tweet for the Vikings to just let it happen so I guess he wants to stay in MN. I wouldn't be surprised to see them taking an RB no matter what in the draft but depending on what happens with AP will play a big role into when they take an RB. If AP isn't gonna play in MN they will probably take one in the top 3 rounds while even if he does end up coming back and playing in MN I could see them taking a RB in the 6th/7th range if they want to replace Asiata who I believe is in the last year of his deal. I'm interested to see what the Vikes will do in round 1. They still could use upgrades at a number of spots. I really wouldn't mind if they trade down this year and pick up a few more picks but if they stay at #11 some players I like who could/should be available are CB-Trae Waynes, S-Landon Collins, and WR-Devante Parker.As for your 1st round favorites, I like CB, OL, or even DE. Considering what Spielman likes to do in the draft, I certainly could see the Vikes trading down so they could get two second round picks or two third round picks in this years draft. A favorite of HC Zimmer is UCONN CB Byron Jones, a projected late 1st Rd corner. He would be a nice 1st rd target if the Vikes wanted to trade down, but I certainly would be fine with selecting Iowa OL Brandon Scherff, MSU CB Trae Waynes, Alabama WR Amari Cooper, Clemson DE Vic Beasley, or Nebraska DE Randy Gregory in the 1st round at No.11, as they all have top 10 talent and would be great picks based on star potential. Something to watch for: Vikes might not take a 1st rd receiver because they are looking at Missouri/Oklahoma WR Dorial Green-Beckham. The guy has top 10 talent but will be available in rd 2, maybe even rd 3. Trading back would afford the Vikes an opportunity to draft him with an acquired extra pick. Quote
cberkas Posted April 3, 2015 Posted April 3, 2015 As for your 1st round favorites, I like CB, OL, or even DE. Considering what Spielman likes to do in the draft, I certainly could see the Vikes trading down so they could get two second round picks or two third round picks in this years draft. A favorite of HC Zimmer is UCONN CB Byron Jones, a projected late 1st Rd corner. He would be a nice 1st rd target if the Vikes wanted to trade down, but I certainly would be fine with selecting Iowa OL Brandon Scherff, MSU CB Trae Waynes, Alabama WR Amari Cooper, Clemson DE Vic Beasley, or Nebraska DE Randy Gregory in the 1st round at No.11, as they all have top 10 talent and would be great picks based on star potential. Something to watch for: Vikes might not take a 1st rd receiver because they are looking at Missouri/Oklahoma WR Dorial Green-Beckham. The guy has top 10 talent but will be available in rd 2, maybe even rd 3. Trading back would afford the Vikes an opportunity to draft him with an acquired extra pick. Green-Beckham does have a history of domestic violence, the reason he was kicked off Missouri. Do the Vikings want to take the risk with him? Quote
SiouxScore Posted April 3, 2015 Posted April 3, 2015 As for your 1st round favorites, I like CB, OL, or even DE. Considering what Spielman likes to do in the draft, I certainly could see the Vikes trading down so they could get two second round picks or two third round picks in this years draft. A favorite of HC Zimmer is UCONN CB Byron Jones, a projected late 1st Rd corner. He would be a nice 1st rd target if the Vikes wanted to trade down, but I certainly would be fine with selecting Iowa OL Brandon Scherff, MSU CB Trae Waynes, Alabama WR Amari Cooper, Clemson DE Vic Beasley, or Nebraska DE Randy Gregory in the 1st round at No.11, as they all have top 10 talent and would be great picks based on star potential. Something to watch for: Vikes might not take a 1st rd receiver because they are looking at Missouri/Oklahoma WR Dorial Green-Beckham. The guy has top 10 talent but will be available in rd 2, maybe even rd 3. Trading back would afford the Vikes an opportunity to draft him with an acquired extra pick. If not for the off the field issues, I believe most involved drugs, with Green Beckham he would definitely be the top WR and I wouldn't mind at all if the Vikes took him in the 2nd round. I think they have bigger needs than DE and I'm not real high on Beasley or Gregory but if Mizzou DE Shane Ray dropped to #11 I wouldn't mind him. I can't see Cooper getting to #11 but would love it if he did. Not a huge fan of Scherff especially after watching him closely against the Gophers and that was a game he really struggled in. I really like the LSU OL La'el Collins to fill the LG spot and I think you could probably trade down and still get him. Quote
cberkas Posted April 3, 2015 Posted April 3, 2015 Just curious are AHL Franchises owned by individuals or investor groups or just by their NHL teams ? Wrong thread. Quote
cberkas Posted April 3, 2015 Posted April 3, 2015 Sorry No problem, I didn't think you'd get your answer here. Quote
Fetch Posted April 24, 2015 Author Posted April 24, 2015 I didnt know that http://espn.go.com/blog/minnesota-vikings/post/_/id/13429/the-mike-wallace-greg-jennings-cycle-is-complete Quote
Fetch Posted June 24, 2015 Author Posted June 24, 2015 Funnyhttp://www.vikings.com/media-vault/videos/Everyone-Can-Spell-Aiyegbusi--Right/acedadd1-fb3d-4498-9ddd-e8f341bfc103?campaign=social_20150624_48079716&adbid=10153385247537836&adbpl=fb&adbpr=64444137835 Quote
Fetch Posted August 9, 2015 Author Posted August 9, 2015 Well 1st pre-season game Do we improve or really Excell ?I want to win Super Bowl before I DieI like the idea our defense is improved maybe much improvedZimmer is going to be great hopefully sooner than later Quote
Hayduke Posted August 9, 2015 Posted August 9, 2015 I want to win Super Bowl before I Die I wish you a long, long life. You're gonna need it. Quote
The Sicatoka Posted August 9, 2015 Posted August 9, 2015 I want to win Super Bowl before I DieEnjoy immortality. Quote
Fetch Posted August 10, 2015 Author Posted August 10, 2015 1 - 0 in the pre-season got to enjoy it while u can Quote
bigskyvikes Posted August 10, 2015 Posted August 10, 2015 (edited) I think Oxbow should be worried! The Pack are gonna have a fight on their hands! Go Vikes!!! In Teddy we trust! Is there a way to tag people like Oxbow on these now so they know it was addressed to them? Edited August 10, 2015 by bigskyvikes Add a question to it... Quote
WiSioux Posted August 10, 2015 Posted August 10, 2015 I too think the Vikings will be second in the division. The Bears seem like they are falling apart and the Lions aren't consistent enough to predict anything. Who knows though. I am ready for some football! Quote
fightingsioux4life Posted August 10, 2015 Posted August 10, 2015 The Vikings are going in the right direction. A playoff berth would be a clear sign of progress. Quote
fightingsioux4life Posted August 10, 2015 Posted August 10, 2015 I wish you a long, long life. You're gonna need it.Well, Red Sox fans had to wait 86 years between World Championships, so I guess I can wait a little longer for the Vikings to do it. And they finally have competent coaching and a competent front office making good decisions. We'll just have to wait and see what happens. 2 Quote
bigskyvikes Posted August 16, 2015 Posted August 16, 2015 Let's go Vikes, D looks good, Teddy looked good. There is a buzz in the air!! 1 Quote
fightingsioux4life Posted August 16, 2015 Posted August 16, 2015 Let's go Vikes, D looks good, Teddy looked good. There is a buzz in the air!!Yes, Teddy looks confident and sure of himself. Last year, he didn't have a reliable running game and the O-Line was okay sometimes and other times terrible. If those two things improve this year, look for Bridgewater to have a breakout sophomore campaign. 2 Quote
bigskyvikes Posted August 16, 2015 Posted August 16, 2015 Hendricks (54) is having a huge half! Fumbles on the 3rd+ string rb's is brutal.. Quote
bigskyvikes Posted August 16, 2015 Posted August 16, 2015 Loadholt out for the season, Clemmings I believe came in and looked good. Never been a big fan of Loadholt... 1 Quote
fightingsioux4life Posted August 16, 2015 Posted August 16, 2015 (edited) Loadholt out for the season, Clemmings I believe came in and looked good. Never been a big fan of Loadholt...Me either, a few years ago I called him Phil Load of Crap when he was getting beat over and over again. That said, I never like to see someone get injured like that. Get well soon Phil. Edited August 16, 2015 by fightingsioux4life Quote
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