Vikes thread!

[Gunner55]

This pc said it was $17.5 million but they go on to say it probably wasn't about the money. "The Vikings really tried here," Pelissero said. "They made multiple offers, they tried to close a deal with Daniel Jones."

But it didn't appear Jones was encouraged by the prospect of competing with McCarthy for the starting role. Ironically, he instead chose to attempt and dethrone Richardson.

[Steve-o]

I agree with Jones.  It would be easier to beat out Richardson in a 'fair' competition for the starting job with the Colts than to be anything other than a bridge to McCarthy in MN.

[Steve-o]

Harrison Smith is back for another year!  It looks like he gave another hometown discount.

Obviously, not everyone in the NFL thinks this way, but when you've earned close to $100M over your career ($50M after tax?  ), why not work with the team to get a deal done.

It ain't like he wants to play for another team, even if they'd give him a couple million more.  Or would there even be another offer?

Good for Harrison.  Good for the Vikes. 

[Gunner55]

The Vikes get the 97th pick in the 3rd Rd as a comp pick for losing Cousins. That is the highest 1 awarded to any team this year.

[Gunner55]

It's no big secret that Harrison Smith is a big fan of Brian Flores & the way he likes to play defense. So, when Flores decided he was coming back to the Vikings it was quite a bit easier for #22 to do the same.  Besides, Smith had another good season last year.

[dutchboy]

Hard to walk away from $8 million when they still want you.

[Gunner55]

They signed a nickel corner that plays a lot of special teams yday too.....................https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/vikings_sign_cb_tavierre_thomas/s1_17039_41894929

[Steve-o]

Hard to walk away from $8 million when they still want you.

You hit the nail on the head.  They still want him, and if he still wants to play, that is everything.  The money is good, but it ain't the most important thing anymore.

[glenn57]

Hard to walk away from $8 million when they still want you.

You hit the nail on the head.  They still want him, and if he still wants to play, that is everything.  The money is good, but it ain't the most important thing anymore.

not when they get there  first Lombardi next year!!!!!!1

[Gunner55]

They've agreed to deals with a LB & a OT yday. https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/how_much_salary_cap_space_do_the_vikings_have_left_to_work_with/s1_16715_41905962 Worth a read, I thought.

[glenn57]

Anyone hear anything about Gilmore and Griffin leaving for other teams or something to that effect.... just read a piece they are no longer around.....i knew they were free agents!!!!!

[Steve-o]

I checked that tracker link i posted below.  Both those guys are still listed as available free agents.  No one has signed them yet.  I reckon this is the time of free agency where guys have to decide what they are willing to play football for.

[Gunner55]

  That link might not of been updated lately because it lists Tillery as still being a FA yet too, but I seen this yday. https://vikingswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/vikings/2025/03/14/jerry-tillery-vikings-chiefs-free-agency/82414737007/

[Rookie]

Aaron Rodgers is considering a shocking decision about his future that might leave two teams walking away empty-handed.

Rodgers wants to sign with the Minnesota Vikings, but the Vikings have yet to decide if they want to sign him, according to Michael Silver, Dianna Russini and Alec Lewis of The Athletic. The decision ultimately lies with Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell, and the organization will not pursue Rodgers without O’Connell’s blessing.

The Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Giants are both pursuing Rodgers, but the quarterback does not sound as interested in those teams. The report even states that if the Vikings do not pursue Rodgers, he could choose to snub his other suitors and retire.

[glenn57]

Great, hope he retires!

[Rookie]

 Another Farve.....Bring him on.

[dutchboy]

That Dick isn't Favre. There will be a fan backlash they bring him in. I'd be surprised if all these rumors weren't driven by Erins camp being the publicity hound that he is. I just don't see why the Vikings would even entertain the idea. But, it is strange they haven't came out and denied anything either. 

[Gunner55]

Another Farve.....Bring him on.

At the end of the day, though, Rodgers comes with a lot of baggage. If the Vikings don't want to deal with his frequent appearances on "The Pat McAfee Show" and his unwillingness to attend voluntary workouts, they may look elsewhere for a veteran quarterback.    

[LPS]

If you want to see the good chemistry on this team go right down the tubes bring Karen here.  He is just plain bad karma. 

[Gunner55]

  I've been hoping they would be adding some more depth behind Aaron Jones, & it looks like they got that done yday. They made a trade with SF & got this guy....................https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/49ers_continue_offseason_purge_by_trading_away_leading_2024_rusher/s1_13132_41910671. Ty Chandler may not see the field much unless it's on special teams.

[Bobberineyes]

I read that Sanfran fans aren't to thrilled with leaving since Mcaffry is banged up now and then.

[Steve-o]

what i really like about a lot of these moves is that they are for 2 or 3 years.  If these guys truely are upgrades at the positions - it should give McCarthy a bit of time to time into his own.

[Steve-o]

I hope they're right! 

[Gunner55]

They had a guy visit Friday that would likely get time as WR3, but I don't see any updates on 'em agreeing on a deal yet. https://www.dailynorseman.com/2025/3/14/24385937/vikings-cardinals-rondale-moore-visiti-free-agency-falcons

[Rookie]

I think Rodgers is worth a try. Otherwise we are talking about a rookie coming off a season ending injury who has never thrown a pass in the NFL. Didn't Rodgers sit behind Farve for 2 years before starting? And didn't Love sit behind Rodgers for 2 years also?

This team will be better than last year's. But can they go all the way with a QB who has never played a game in the NFL?

Washington got lucky winning the way they did with a rookie QB. Otherwise nobody does that.

[LPS]

Ya I hear ya Rookie.  Wish it was Stafford instead.  BUT you are right.  He could come in and light things up. 

[Pulleye16]

I see the only thing Rodger’s bringing to the Vikings is drama and KOC knows that and has acknowledged that. The guy is a head case and that’s something we don’t need know matter how good he is, I mean, was.

Sometimes a better “locker-room” team is what you need…

[Steve-o]

The fact that Erin hasn't sighed with NY or Pitt or retired prolly means they are still talkin.  Like I said earlier...  guys have to decide what they are willing to play for.  This year I am happy they prioritized everything else over QB.  It will prolly come down to whether Erin is willing to accept and embrace the role KOC envisions and cash the check Kwaise will write.

[Bobberineyes]

I hate the look he gives when a receiver drops a ball, throws his hands in the air bout every time. Even on low throws he does it, and sometimes you see an eye roll. Not much of a team player...keep him away.

[Steve-o]

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