Ok, I'll be the first to admit I'm humbled and shocked by what I just witnessed by Case Keenum.  Holy crap did he look good.  The OLine gave him all kinds of time, and he lit up the Bucs.  I honestly didn't think he could play at that level.  He not only made great throws; short, mid and deep, but he just made great veteran decisions.

I tip my Viking cap to you, Case - great game! 

Go Vikes!

That is all.

Knowing what we know now about Sam's knee problems, how much does this change the Viking's plans on a long term deal?  I don't think the Vikes would let him walk (or limp - sorry, :p ) away from the team without some type of offer.  But, I wonder if it would have to be an incentive type contract that protects their investment, if he can't play.

This knee issue could cost Sam big, big money for his next contract, and he must aware of that.  Sam really seems like a great guy, teammate, and, of course, quarterback.  I just wonder what kind of money in a contract you'd offer a player you know could unexpectedly be out at any time because of preexisting conditions.  Don't you almost need to have another "starter" caliber QB on the team just in case Sam's knee pain flares up again, or just go in another direction at QB?

It's really too bad.  We thought we had our franchise QB, and the Vikes still might, but this sudden knee pain issue really has to throw some doubt and concerns in Sam's contract year with the team.

Another crazy season for the Vikes; hopefully it's not going to be ruined. If going through adversity only makes you stronger in the end, this team should be the "Incredible HulK" of the NFL.

Go Vikes!

I am driving up for the first time from Northern VA with many stops along the way.  Never driven past Chicago, so I am excited to check out some new lands along the way.  Hopefully some good stops before I get there.  I have a few members of the NOVAVIKES - Northern VA Minnesota Vikings Fan Club - that will be going as well, including our chief in command Joel Robertson.  We are looking to join a tailgate if that option is available for us.  I can bring one of my legendary Peanut butter Pies that I can make and freeze before leaving.  Our tailgates for the Redskins' games are top of the line, and we want to make it easy for those traveling here for a game so many of us provide food and drink for all those that attend.  We have raffle prizes that will make you want to open up your wallet.  We do those at halftime at our club home.  For any of you that wish to come out for the November game, please join our Facebook NOVAVIKES page for details as we announce them.  Make sure you come in for the Saturday night party like we did last year with some special guests to be announced.  Last year we had the Minnesota Vikings grace us with the likes of Carl Eller and a few other ex-Vikings all hosted by Paul Allen and Wobby.

Yeah yeah I am namedropping lol.  I am just looking for a good time and to share some fun with my Vikings' Brethren.  I do not care about the food, I can buy some inside the stadium.  I have water and do not care about any other form of liquid.  Joel might, but I am sure he can take care of himself. lol  So if you are open to have some strangers in your company, I will promise that we will be on our bestest behavior. 

N.Y. transplant is South Dakota's lone rabbi: 'You really see what God made here'South Dakota was the only state without a full-time rabbi. A 27-year-old who moved from Brooklyn with his family is trying to fill that void. 
  

http://www.startribune.com/n-y-transplan...6581273/#1

Carmelo Anthony Reportedly Traded to Thunder; Knicks Receive Enes Kanter, More
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Curious as hell as to what the good Dr found and what (if anything) he did about it.

http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/09/23/...coast.html

US bombers flew north of DMZ...Thats pretty damn far - farthest they've ever gone.

SOMERSET, N.J. - (AP) -- The National Football League and its players' union on Saturday angrily denounced President Donald Trump for suggesting that owners fire players who kneel during the national anthem and that fans consider walking out in protest "when somebody disrespects our flag."
"Divisive comments like these demonstrate an unfortunate lack of respect for the NFL, our great game and all of our players," the league commissioner, Roger Goodell, said in a statement.
http://www.newsday.com/news/region-state...1.14254304

Seismic activity detected near North Korean nuclear site; cause is unknown