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  Chip Kelly to UCLA
Posted by: Vikergirl - 11-26-2017, 05:43 AM - Forum: The Longship - Replies (9)

https://twitter.com/UCLAFootball/status/...2770801664

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  Salary-cap analyst foresees QB Case Keenum commanding $15 million a year as impending free agent
Posted by: holmanjp - 11-26-2017, 04:27 AM - Forum: The Longship - Replies (18)

http://www.twincities.com/2017/11/25/sal...ree-agent/

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  Vikings followers know better than to take these for granted...
Posted by: purplefaithful - 11-26-2017, 12:31 AM - Forum: The Longship - Replies (4)

The Vikings’ 9-2 record and stronghold on the NFC North makes it easy to begin taking certain things for granted.That, of course, would be a mistake given the previous struggles we have seen when it comes to this franchise and certain areas of need that often haven’t been adequately addressed.

Here are three things the Vikings are doing well in 2017 that shouldn’t be overlooked. The offensive line’s play is not included because no one should take the success of that unit for granted considering the atrocious play we saw only a year ago. (Feel free to kick in any other suggestions in the comments section.)
Throwing on the move
Christian Ponder had the mobility to move out of the pocket and keep plays alive. The issue was he didn’t have the ability to keep his eyes down-the-field while doing this, meaning he couldn’t utilize what should have been one of his biggest strengths.
One thing that has made Case Keenum so successful in 10 games, and nine starts, is that the veteran not only has proven adept at scrambling but he also continues to look for potential receivers as he attempts to evade defenders.
Making the right call 
How long have Vikings followers wondered what is going through the mind of the offensive play caller? Brad Childress and Darrell Bevell thrived with Brett Favre in 2009, but otherwise there were head-scratching moments from both the former Vikings coach and coordinator. Same with Bill Musgrave and Norv Turner.
Now, think about this. How many times have you been left screaming at your television this season after watching a series called by coordinator Pat Shurmur?
There’s a very good chance Shurmur could get a head coaching opportunity after this season, so enjoy play-calling that makes perfect sense while it exists in these parts.  :'( Confused
Constant coverage

What’s wrong with Xavier Rhodes?
That was a question asked by a few Thursday after Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford went at the Vikings cornerback a few times, including a 43-yard touchdown pass to Marvin Jones Jr., in the final quarter. Rhodes also was called for a pass interference penalty late in the second quarter.
So what was going on?
First, Rhodes had injured his calf in the Vikings’ win over the Rams on Sunday. Second, we just aren’t used to anyone throwing at Rhodes and, thus, when it happens and he gives up a reception, we are reminded of the fact he’s human.
Even playing with an injury, Rhodes finished Thursday’s win at Detroit by picking off Stafford on fourth-and-10 with three minutes remaining.

That was the Xavier Rhodes we have come to expect. Just don’t take his play for granted.

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  OT: Watch your bank accounts....
Posted by: purplefaithful - 11-25-2017, 11:55 PM - Forum: The Longship - No Replies

My wife and kids account were both hacked in the last 3 days...

Bank cards shut-down. The algorithm caught one of the 2 attempts at $$. 

With all of the breaches (and this time of year especially) watch the charges hitting your account - daily. 




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  Going to Lambblow 12-23-17
Posted by: AGRforever - 11-25-2017, 09:56 PM - Forum: The Longship - Replies (6)

First packer game ever. Scored ok seats for $175. Do I wear my Dirty Harry jersey or bust out the purple Favre one and troll them hard? Think I’m going to pick up a packer flag or something to put on the car for parking.


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  Uh Oh... MJ likes us?
Posted by: Neptizzle - 11-25-2017, 09:48 PM - Forum: The Longship - Replies (3)

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/micha...bandwagon/


Is it good/bad that we are getting recognized?

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  Lions player: "Refs Cheated Me"
Posted by: Maple Surple - 11-25-2017, 09:45 PM - Forum: The Longship - Replies (13)

Despite several replays that appeared to show Slay jumping early, he insists that the refs got the call wrong. The Lions star even went as far to say that the refs "cheated" him by calling him offside on the play

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  Iron Bowl today 2:30 CST
Posted by: purplefaithful - 11-25-2017, 04:58 PM - Forum: The Longship - No Replies

Love me some "deep south" football. This one is usually pretty good too. 

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  Spielman on pace for GM of the Year award:
Posted by: minny65 - 11-25-2017, 03:55 PM - Forum: The Longship - Replies (4)

Consistently rated one of the better GM's by peers and national pundits Spielman may have put together his best off-season since being named GM in 2012.  

Spielman has had an outstanding offseason loading this
team with players and also depth. The coaching and results of the personnel
decisions Spelly has made puts Spielman in the position of GM of the year.
GM's primary job:


1 -  Free agents to resign and free agents to bring-in,
2 -  Draft
3 -  Extensions,
trades in and out of the draft.
4 -  Hiring HC

His
Free Agent signings of Reiff and Remmers, along with plucking Hill from the
Jags PS, have solidified the Tackle positions that were a disaster less then
a year ago. Then you add the 3rd round pick of Elflein and he has constructed
a one year fix (not done) to one of the worst OL we have ever had decimated
by injury.  That doesn't even include the trade for Easton our starting Guard for Hodges a few years ago or the acquisition of swing-man Sirles.   

Move
up Drafting of Cook, who was leading the NFL in yards, in the second round
and also getting Elflein as a day one starter. Also getting some snaps from
other draftee's so looks to be a very good draft but one year is not the full
tape on the draft.

Not
extending Bradford and choosing Case over Heinike as a veteran backup QB has
been a great decision and find.

Lastly,
he has extended and locked in the foundation of a Top 3 defense for years to
come - Harry, Rhodes, Linval and Griffen all locked and loaded long-term.

Plus,
even though it was 5 years ago, you can see the improved coaching of Zimmer
and the depth of the roster and Spelly should get credit for hiring his first
HC.

I
say GM of the Year!!!!

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  Three At Home
Posted by: JustinTime18™ - 11-25-2017, 03:20 PM - Forum: The Longship - Replies (24)

#Three At Home

Feel me?

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