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by rugbyrugger23
Tue Aug 08, 2017 2:59 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: Will the Vikings Win 9 Games Or More?
Replies: 38
Views: 4820

Re: Will the Vikings Win 9 Games Or More?

Over. The season comes down to Defense. Yes Defense. 16/17 Ranked 3rd but 20th against run. Can the defense improve and carry this team to 10+ wins? Barr: contract season. If nothing else changes, and he plays like his rookie year, overall defense will improve. He will also drive the bus for this yo...
by rugbyrugger23
Tue Oct 11, 2016 11:09 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: Mounting losses up front could become a "real problem"
Replies: 72
Views: 5798

Re: Mounting losses up front could become a "real problem"

Some really good points, counter points in this thread. Personally I would mortgage more of Vikes future, picks and/or Treadwell for a stud OL. And yes Thomas from Browns comes to mind (depending on asking price). Prior to TD Browns won't be only team going fire sale. Reason being, Vikes are going t...
by rugbyrugger23
Mon Oct 10, 2016 11:35 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: Jake Long
Replies: 93
Views: 8300

Re: Jake Long

It would take more than that because the browns hold all the cards. They don't care if they win or lose right now. I am thinking a 2nd and a 5th for him. Treadwell + 4th if needed but ideally a 5th for Thomas + Browns 3rd (really late 2nd). Thomas LT, Long RT, Clemmings and Sirles as depth. With Fu...
by rugbyrugger23
Sat Sep 03, 2016 10:24 am
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: Sam Bradford's a Viking
Replies: 412
Views: 22446

Re: Sam Bradford's a Viking

Wow calm down people. 1st round pick is steep...but: 1. If Vikes win a lot of games, including playoffs makes it more worth the cost. 2. He is great insurance if Teddy needs more time to come back from such an injury, maybe even a 2 year window. 3. And what no one is saying, if Bradford plays well o...
by rugbyrugger23
Tue Jan 12, 2016 3:02 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: How to Improve the Offense
Replies: 98
Views: 5450

Re: How to Improve the Offense

Can Kalil play RT? If so, would this improve his effectiveness? Assuming he can, start him at RT (on new RT, not worth were drafted, contract) and waive Loadholt (mainly due to cap dollars, age, and injury concerns). Clemmings becomes main RT backup and long term play at that position. FA sign the m...
by rugbyrugger23
Mon Jan 11, 2016 8:12 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: How to Improve the Offense
Replies: 98
Views: 5450

Re: How to Improve the Offense

1. Cut Wallace. Rather see opportunity go to Patterson, Johnson, or Thielen, with Diggs on other side. Draft WR no earlier than third round to be added to mix. 2. Need to make FA splash on offense side of ball. Ideally an offensive lineman. Player who can start day 1, improve talent pool on that sid...
by rugbyrugger23
Fri Mar 20, 2015 11:03 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: Adrian Peterson Reinstated
Replies: 1792
Views: 115006

Re: Adrian Peterson (not) Reinstated

I wouldn't count Dallas out of the picture yet. They would need to send out player(s) for cap reasons.

What about Claiborne? See what Zimmer can do with him. Add in a pick, a conditional pick next year, have AP restructure his deal. Done.
by rugbyrugger23
Tue Mar 10, 2015 9:04 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: Adrian Peterson Reinstated
Replies: 1792
Views: 115006

Re: Adrian Peterson (not) Reinstated

Fine Cowboys, we will let you have...

AP + Sullivan for Martin + Frederick
by rugbyrugger23
Sun Mar 08, 2015 9:59 am
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: Adrian Peterson Reinstated
Replies: 1792
Views: 115006

Re: Adrian Peterson (not) Reinstated

If Cardinals strike out in their attempt to sign a FA RB in the first few days of signings, one specific to power running and redzone bruising, I can see a trade happening. AZ came close last year, restructured Larry and Carson, and must feel they are 1-2 players away. Could AP be that player? Trade...
by rugbyrugger23
Mon May 05, 2014 7:26 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: Bradford to the Vikes?
Replies: 31
Views: 2982

Re: Bradford to the Vikes?

You dont just restructure a deal at the drop of a hat. Bradford has no more guaranteed money, and hes very unlikely to take a paycut to be backup for whomever the Rams draft in that situation. Also, moving back 5 spots from 8 to 13 costs WAY more than a Sam Bradford fresh off an ACL injury, who may...
by rugbyrugger23
Mon May 05, 2014 5:28 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: Bradford to the Vikes?
Replies: 31
Views: 2982

Re: Bradford to the Vikes?

Bradford is 26 years old. If they traded for him, it would almost certainly be with the idea that he would BE their QB of the future. In a perfect world that is exactly how this trade would pan out for Vikes. When I say QB of future, and I think almost anyone when they use that term, not referring ...
by rugbyrugger23
Mon May 05, 2014 5:07 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: Bradford to the Vikes?
Replies: 31
Views: 2982

Re: Bradford to the Vikes?

It would cause another QB circus for this year. Having 3 guys in Cassel, Ponder, and Bradford all with multimillion dollar deals + the rookie QB we are all expecting to be drafted this year would create controversy and would be taking up an important roster spot. Cassel is our starter, Ponder is in...
by rugbyrugger23
Wed Apr 23, 2014 8:49 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: 2014 Vikings Draft Discussion
Replies: 1044
Views: 70397

Re: 2014 Vikings Draft Discussion

1. Houston: Clowney or Mack 2. Atlanta (from St. Louis via Washington): Mack or Clowney 3. Jacksonville: Manziel or Bortles 4. Cleveland: Bortles or Manziel 5. Oakland: Watkins 6. St. Louis (from Atlanta): Robinson 7. Tampa Bay: Evans 8. New York Giants (from Minnesota): Matthews 9. Buffalo: Ebron 1...
by rugbyrugger23
Fri Apr 04, 2014 11:23 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: Defensive Line Leagues Best ?
Replies: 49
Views: 4739

Re: Defensive Line Leagues Best ?

Article is a stretch...but I can see the parallels. But I will add to what I think the article missed. If the Vikes draft 1-3 defensive players in '14 draft, with one being their top 10 pick at #8, and others high in rounds 2 and 3...that HUGE infusion of talent at LB and/or DB, could also help make...
by rugbyrugger23
Fri Apr 04, 2014 11:16 pm
Forum: Vikings Talk
Topic: 2014 Vikings Draft Discussion
Replies: 1044
Views: 70397

Re: 2014 Vikings Draft Discussion

My new ideal draft: -Rams trade down with Browns getting 4th and 26th for 2nd. -Rams see Matthews fall to 8th, so trade 13 and 26 to Vikes for 8th and 4th rounder. Vikes Select: #13: Justin Gilbert-CB #26: CJ Mosley-ILB And with Carr still on board, Vikes jump ahead of teams who need a QB high in 2n...