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Chargers seeking major haul in Jackson deal

21 September 2010

It’s become more and more apparent as the season has moved on that San Diego’s front office is the impetus behind wide receiver Vincent Jackson staying put at home, and not playing elsewhere this year. Confirmation of that arrived tonight, in the form of an ESPN 1500 Twin Cities report by beat writer Tom Pellisero, [...]

Vikings, Chargers still discussing deal for Jackson

21 September 2010

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With a league mandated deadline set to expire at 4:00 pm EST tomorrow afternoon, talks between San Diego and Minnesota have picked up in earnest with regard to embattled wide receiver Vincent Jackson. No deal has yet been reached according to multiple sources close to the situation, but the two sides are expected to continue [...]

Game Predictions – Dolphins @ Vikings

19 September 2010

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Big things are expected of the Vikings this season, and after starting their season off on the wrong foot with their loss to the Saints on opening night, the pressure is on in Minnesota for the team to deliver a statement today. Enter the Dolphins, who are coming off a less than stellar performance last [...]

Drama coming to a close for Jackson, Chargers

16 September 2010

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This off-season has been a trying one to say the least for both the Chargers and their embattled wide receiver Vincent Jackson. First came the news that Jackson would not be eligible for free agency, with the NFL owners and Player’s Association unable to reach an accord on a new collective bargaining agreement, keeping hundreds [...]

First take: Vikings at Saints

9 September 2010

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Tonight’s game between Minnesota and New Orleans lived up to its billing once again, with both sides fighting hard for the opportunity to win late in the contest. It certainly wasn’t pretty for either team, with both clubs struggling in areas they usually excel at, but the overall outcome has to be pleasing for the [...]

Houshmandzadeh losing options for landing spot

5 September 2010

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When the Seahawks decided to throw caution to the wind and released wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh yesterday, the general consensus was that the Vikings were the leader in the clubhouse to obtain his services for this season. But a full day later, reality has sunk into the situation, with Minnesota making it fairly clear that [...]

Vikings trade of Rosenfels, Reynaud troubling at best

4 September 2010

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Last night’s trade of quarterback Sage Rosenfels and kick returner Darius Reynaud from Minnesota to New York left many around the league scratching their heads in amazement, including yours truly, as the loss of both players leaves the Vikings thin at best on the depth chart. It was only a matter of time before someone [...]

Seahawks, Houshmandzadeh close to parting ways

3 September 2010

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The discussion surrounding Seattle wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh and his future with the Seahawks has taken a definite turn towards his exit from the club in recent days, with the team making a strong push to find a trade partner prior to Saturday’s roster cut down deadline. According to Danny O’Neil of the Seattle Times, the [...]

Seahawks clearing space for Vincent Jackson?

2 September 2010

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It’s been rumored for quite some time now that Seattle has a significant interest in acquiring embattled Chargers wide receiver Vincent Jackson, and while the Seahawks would seem on paper to not have the space or financial flexibility to make such a move, things are beginning to shape up in that direction. According to NFL [...]

Vikings address receiver issues in deal for Camarillo

25 August 2010

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One day removed from the troubling news that standout wide receiver Sidney Rice would miss at least eight games to start the season, the Vikings moved quickly to shore up the position, signing the well traveled Javon Walker and sending cornerback Benny Sapp to Miami for wide receiver Greg Camarillo. Signing Walker is largely irrelevant, [...]

With Sidney Rice set for surgery, Vikings scrambling for replacement

24 August 2010

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When news first broke last night that Minnesota wide receiver Sidney Rice was potentially looking at undergoing surgery to repair his injured hip, the Vikings, who have dreams of Super Bowl trophies dancing in their heads, were sent reeling, looking for options to replace his production that on paper would seem to be a shot [...]

Vikings losing faith in abilities of Brad Childress

19 August 2010

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After leading his team to an excellent regular season record and into the NFC Championship, the doubters in Minnesota head coach Brad Childress grew relatively quiet. Earning an in-season contract extension tends to do that in the NFL, although as we’ve seen in the past, regular season success often means little when it comes to [...]