Kevin O’Connell’s game-calling favored deeper passes over quick plays to match Darnold’s strengths. While his play designs were sound, execution problems limited their effectiveness. Time will tell how well his strategy adapts. Tyler and Dave, on The Real Forno Show, debated what went wrong and right with KOC’s approach. | Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Tyler … [Read more...] about Talent Gaps and the Road Ahead
Vikings Links: It’s Going To Be An Interesting Offseason
Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Getty Images The team has tons of options and flexibility! Still decompressing after that playoff loss against the Rams. The non-competitive nature of the game is what really depresses the most. For these dudes to not even show up for a playoff game is embarrassing. While Sam Darnold deserves plenty of blame, the offensive line really chose a … [Read more...] about Vikings Links: It’s Going To Be An Interesting Offseason
Jim Kleinsasser Elected to College Football Hall of Fame
Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images A fan favorite gets his recognition A player who has been a fan favorite on this website, and with Minnesota Vikings fans in general, is getting some much-deserved recognition in the near future. The announcement was made yesterday that Jim Kleinsasser has been elected as part of the College Football Hall of Fame Class of … [Read more...] about Jim Kleinsasser Elected to College Football Hall of Fame
Vikes Views: Which Game are you Looking Forward to the Most?
Photo by Nate Fine/Getty Images The Minnesota Vikings sadly aren’t playing this weekend. Many of us will still tune in to watch the games this weekend. Curious to see who everyone is looking forward to watching. Saturday Games Texans at Chiefs (-7.5) - 3:30 PM CST The reigning champs get their post season under way against CJ Stroud and the beat-up Texans. Commanders … [Read more...] about Vikes Views: Which Game are you Looking Forward to the Most?
Aaron Jones One of Three Finalists for USAA Salute to Service Award
Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images Here’s hoping he’s victorious A couple of months ago, Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones was nominated as the team’s representative for this year’s USAA Salute to Service Award. Now, he has an opportunity to bring the award home to Minnesota. On Thursday, Jones was named one of the three finalists for the Salute to Service … [Read more...] about Aaron Jones One of Three Finalists for USAA Salute to Service Award