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DKSweets wrote:I live in Missouri and I'm seriously debating the Preseason package on NFL.com. It's only $20, but the Punzo route is fo free...

The Vikings will get their first look at quarterback Teddy Bridgewater in a game situation, and they should have plenty of time to see where the rookie is at. Coach Mike Zimmer said Bridgewater will get some first-team work, and it's possible the quarterback could play up to two quarters, especially if starter Matt Cassel comes out after a couple series.

Secondary in flux: The Vikings have a number of questions in their defensive backfield, and injuries haven't helped them get any answers. Safety Robert Blanton is unlikely to play because of a hamstring injury, while safety Jamarca Sanford's status is uncertain because of a back spasm. Cornerback Josh Robinson has dealt with a hamstring injury, as well, and 34-year-old safety Chris Crocker -- who might end up being the Vikings' starter next to Harrison Smith -- just came out of retirement this week. Second-year cornerback Xavier Rhodes is still adjusting to the Vikings' new defense, as well, so it wouldn't be surprising to see some rough moments from the secondary on Friday night. The game, however, provides an initial litmus test for a position group that had a major hand in the Vikings allowing more points than any team in the NFL last season.

HOW WILL THE ROOKS FARE OUT THERE? Bridgewater isn’t the only rookie the coaching staff is eager to see. Zimmer could potentially count on a number of his draft picks this year, starting with top pick Anthony Barr, whom Zimmer will use all over the field tonight. Third-round running back Jerick McKinnon gets to run against a defense that is actually trying to tackle him. Fifth-round guard David Yankey has an outside chance to claw his way into the starting mix before Week 1. And seventh-round cornerback Jabari Price will try to carry his strong start to camp into an actual game. The preseason is an opportunity for these rookies to show they’re ready to contribute right away.

HardcoreVikesFan wrote: As someone who has bought that package before I STRONGLY caution you before you buy it that you may not get to see the games live. Sometimes, the service blackouts out certain games - like Minnesota for instance. Maybe this has change in recent years (I bought it back in 2011), but I just wanted to give you a heads up.


Anyway, it sounds like it is just gonna be me watching the game by myself tonight. Buddies want to go out on the town early, so I will have to catch up with them later after the game!

Skol Teddy. Skol Vikings.

PurpleKoolaid wrote:Last year they looked horrible in preseason and in regular season.

Funkytown wrote:A new season of yelling at our TVs starts now.