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Breaking News: Harvin is OUT !

PAtxMADDENKING — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 14:16:01 -0000

This will be a major blow to our offense. OK viking faithful, can we really pull this one out against the bengals with one of our most explosive players on the sideline? Have the injury bug finally caught up to us? Are there so many injuries, that it is safe to say that we will back into the playoffs? I know that you guy's are wondering why don't GONZO ban me for this upsurd post, but is it really upsurd? I am a viking fan down to the core but, we are going up against one of the better defenses in league today, and with 2 banged up tackles, w/o 2 starters in the secondary, our beloved middle linebacker gone for the year and coordinators finally scheming against JA, the rest of this season could get pretty interesting........................and don't forget it is DECEMBER (The Proclamed: Fall of Favre Month)

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Listen!

PAtxMADDENKING — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 13:15:50 -0000

Everywhere I turn, and I mean everywhere. It's believed that Minnesota will suffer its first lost today.

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Catch my drift, LISTEN the steelers are very afraid of Minnesota and probably upset that the media

continue to pick them as the favorites. Has "little ben" looked good against lesser competition? Has "little

ben" seen four down lineman like ours? Has the pittsburghs defense faced a offensive line like ours?

Yes, No and No. This list goes on and on trust me. Listen Viking world, get ready for the bandwagon

hoppers, because after today EVERYBODY,and I mean EVERYBODY will know that the Vikings are the

FRONT RUNNERS in this league. Don't worry about our secondary, They will be alright! They might even

get a pick or two! ENJOY the win viking world (young and old) you deserve it. SKOL VIKINGS .......7-0 feels good!

I found this article very interesting!

PAtxMADDENKING — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:56:15 -0000

This is an article i have COPIED AND PASTE for YOUR viewing, BY Jay Glazer of fox sports..........................

If I were a betting man, I'd swear Brett Favre would be joining the Vikings in the next few weeks, or at least attempt to join the team in that time frame.

Wait a minute, I am a betting man.

Now, first off, this is not one of those "FOXSports.com has learned ..." news scoops. Instead, it's a picture that has been painted for me and a prediction I'm making after spending my time with Zygi Wilf's squad. My prediction couldn't be more emphatic.

After visiting the Vikings for two days, I am convinced — positively convinced — that Brett Favre will soon have talks with the Vikings to return to the team and could be joining them for this season after all. If my instincts are correct, all those purple Favre jerseys will have a home on Minnesota store shelves.

Granted, my camp stop occurred before Sage Rosenfels lit up the Colts in the preseason opener to the tune of 10-of-13 passing for 91 yards. And if Rosenfels can continue like this, he could squash this prediction as the preseason continues.

But until I see it more consistently, I'm absolutely convinced. Why? For starters, because everyone else on the Vikings seems to be convinced of the same thing. I mean damn near everybody!

During my two days in Mankato, nearly everyone I talked to within the team talked about Favre joining not as an "if" but rather a "when."

Players, coaches, team employees ... you name it, they seem to believe it. The case for a Favre-Vikings marriage seems more likely than not when we look at the overall picture of clues.

Exhibit A) Acceptance within the team that it's pretty much already done.

When I say nearly everyone I talked to on the team is convinced he's coming, that is not an exaggeration. People from all walks of life within the organization talk about it as if it's no secret, almost an afterthought.

"I'm telling you it's already done," said one Viking. "Right after the Indy game (first preseason game). I don't think anyone here doesn't think that."

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Another Viking said, "I don't know if it's done, but I think he'll be in by the third preseason game."

If it happens, when is a good question. While the one source says he thinks it will happen this week, I don't. If it happens, getting him in by the third preseason game would have been ideal, but waiting until the season starts to see if the Vikings starting quarterback falters could be another route. That way Favre can come riding in on his white horse.

Our humble host of FOX NFL Sunday, Curt Menefee, also made the trip to camp when I did, and upon our exodus from Mankato, Menefee brought up how matter-of-fact the issue seemed to be around the club. Everyone acted as if they already knew something (even if they didn't) and even Menefee said he was floored by how open it seemed and how accepted it was as more than an opinion.

"It was crazy, it was like it was accepted as fact ... by everybody," said Menefee during a conversation while we were en route to the airport. "It wasn't even like it was a secret. I've never seen anything like it."

Exhibit B) Favre has not closed the door on his decision.

Those close to Favre told FOXSports.com he is still contemplating what he wants to do and is still eliciting advice from people he trusts regarding his decision. Those sources say his decision either way is far from set in stone.

Favre is still working out (at least according to what he's told others) and is still keeping in touch with members of the Vikings via text. If Favre wasn't planning to keep the door open or planning a full-on return, why would he have indicated that he would continue to throw and work out? Was that simply to make sure we all keep wondering and talking about a potential return?

Exhibit C) Best available option.

Neither Sage Rosenfels nor Tarvaris Jackson has done anything to make the Vikings feel either is the answer at quarterback. Jackson had been hurt this summer, but even when healthy he and Rosenfels have actually been outplayed during training camp by third-stringer John David Booty.

To listen to Brad Childress, one would think an open door to Favre would be in order. While I was at camp, Childress was quoted as being unhappy with the passing game. While he wanted more out of that phase of the offense, he was quick to point out that the receivers were doing well. So if the receivers are doing well but the passing game is struggling ... hmmm, who does that leave?

Exhibit D) Favre hates camp.

It's far from a secret that the NFL's version of Lou Gehrig dreads the rigors of living at a college campus, working out in the stifling sun with a bunch of kids who won't be in the league in three weeks. If he could miss camp, he would. In this case if the Vikings would take him back after camp, Favre gets his wish.

I think any NFL jury would award the verdict to a Favre return. However, while I may be completely convinced he will at least attempt to join the team now that camp has broken, the question that now arises: Will owner Zygi Wilf give Favre the go-ahead despite previously being spurned?

Some Vikings people vehemently attempted to convince me that the Vikings' ship has sailed to other waters. Childress has said they are fine with what the Vikings have. But until the final game of this season is played with no sign of No. 4 in sight, I'm not going to buy it.

The Vikings know they would be a better team with Favre at the helm. But some inside the organization believe the Wilfs could have been put off by how Favre Fiasco '09 unfolded. It dragged on past soap opera drama levels and in the end, they were left jilted at a very public altar.

However, I've got to believe that if Rosenfels and Jackson do nothing to conjure images of Fran Tarkenton, having Favre ride his mower up to the Twin Cities will begin to look awfully tempting to the Wilfs.

Again, I'm a betting man and if I had to lay a bet down right now ... I'd be willing to bet my farm.

A MUST SEE....................................

PAtxMADDENKING — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 02:56:02 -0000

This video is a must see for all viking fans excited about the 2009 football season enjoy (goose bumps)

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I'm sorry ya'll, but i just couldn't help myself..............................

PAtxMADDENKING — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 21:42:11 -0000

MANKATO, MN - FAVRE UNRETIRES ON NOVEMBER 2 AND JOINS VIKINGS ??!!?? - SOURCES HAVE CONFIRMED THAT TALKS ARE UNDERWAY BETWEEN THE VIKINGS AND FAVRE'S AGENT, BUS COOK, ON AN 8-GAME CONTRACT THAT WOULD BRING FAVRE TO THE VIKINGS ON NOVEMBER 2. ALTHOUGH NEITHER SIDE WILL CONFIRM, NOR DENY THE DISCUSSIONS, IT HAS BEEN APPARENT THAT BOTH SIDES ARE STILL INTERESTED AND SPECULATION HAS MOUNTED ON THE HEELS OF RECENT COMMENTS BY BOTH FAVRE AND BUS COOK. SOURCES ALSO CONFIRMED THAT FORMER COACHES HOLMGREN AND REID TALKED FAVRE OUT OF JOINING VIKINGS UNTIL AFTER THE 2ND PACKERS/VIKINGS GAME ON NOVEMBER 1. ALTHOUGH THE VIKINGS WOULD HAVE PREFERRED FAVRE JOIN TEAM IMMEDIATELY, BOTH AGREED THAT THE CERTAIN MEDIA CIRCUS AND DISTRACTIONS THAT WOULD HAVE SURROUNDED THE TWO REGULAR SEASON MEETINGS WOULD HAVE BEEN DIFFICULT AT BEST. BY JOINING THE VIKINGS DURING THEIR BYE-WEEK PRACTICES, FAVRE AND THE VIKINGS WILL HAVE A WEEK TO PREPARE FOR THE WEEK TEN MEETING AGAINST THE LIONS. THE VIKINGS ARE SURE TO SEE A FINANCIAL WINDFALL AS 5 OF THEIR 8 HOME GAMES ARE AFTER THE BYE, INCLUDING 3 STRAIGHT OFF THE BREAK AND CURRENT TICKET SALES FOR THOSE GAMES ARE STAGNANT. WATCH FOR FAVRE IN PURPLE ON NOVEMBER 2ND..............Gonzo please don't ban me!!!!!!!!!!!! SKOL VIKINGS

Could Jaymar be better than Harvin?

PAtxMADDENKING — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 23:37:15 -0000

According to certain reports from camp this guy is opening up a lot of eyes. Some are even saying that Jaymar and Harvin are on a level of thier own as far as speed & quickness goes. I hope he says focus, and do not buy into the hype. I have been keeping up with Jaymar's mindset on his twitter page and he sound like a man on a mission.

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Consider yourself warned! SKOL VIKINGS......................................SUPER BOWL BOUND!

Camp stud Jaymar Johnson Jaymar Johnson beats Hall and Walker on the 80 yard score.

Can someone help me?

PAtxMADDENKING — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 16:44:07 -0000

I am from Texas, but i am a huge Minnesota Vikings fan, and have been since the arrival of Randy Moss.(1998 draft) This offseason i've keeping up with transactions, signings and development of players on the roster. One player in particular i have grown fond of is Mr. Jaymar Johnson, but I have yet to hear how he is doing in camp. Can some one past on a website or a link where I can monitor Mr. Johnson progress, besides Vikings.com and The Daily Noreseman. This information would be greatly appreciated...................Thanks

Welcome....................Percy!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PAtxMADDENKING — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 16:34:24 -0000

Harvin is scheduled to arrive at training camp in time for today’s 3:00 practice. Harvin has missed 4 training camp practices, but with him now in the fold the Vikings can move ahead to Day 3 of camp with 80 players on the roster, including 11 WRs.

Its good to see that our team is finally coming together after all that "you know who mess," with Percy in camp and Tarvaris injury not being serious the sky is the limit!!!!!!! SKOL VIKINGS

It appears Brandon Marshall might be done in Denver

PAtxMADDENKING — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 15:37:35 -0000

Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall (notes) arrived at the team's headquarters Friday, met with owner Pat Bowlen and left carrying packed boxes leading to speculation he has played his last game in Denver, according to the Denver Post. If this is true, there is no doubt in my mind that his motives are to join CUTLER in chicago!!!!

Chime in viking world, this can not be good for the beloved purple, if in fact CUTLER AND MARSHALL reunite.

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If Brandon Marshall joins the Bears............

They become immediate contenders and the front runners of our divison.

64 votes

Does not mean anything, he will find a way to mess up and will not be a factor

38 votes

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Favre promised Jets he'd only play for Vikings

PAtxMADDENKING — Wed, 06 May 2009 23:20:04 -0000

Because the Jets, who still owned the rights to Brett Favre after his retirement, granted Favre his outright release, he's free to sign with any team without the Jets receiving compensation. Though the Jets didn't return a call last night, it is believed that when they granted him his release, Favre promised them that if he returned it would be only to play for the Vikings -- not a competing AFC East team with a vacancy caused by major injury.

New York Post