Training Camp Master Thread

[Mothman]

I dont think you need purple shades to see that, I think it would be by far preferable for there to be a sizeable gap between Bridge and his backup.

Actually, it would be preferable if there wasn't a sizable gap between them, as long as Bridgewater was really good. Having a big drop off from the starter to the backup is far from an ideal situation. It's rare, but infinitely preferable, to have a backup who can step in and handle the job without a major drop in the quality of the QB's performance.

[Jordysghost]

Actually, it would be preferable if there wasn't a sizable gap between them, as long as Bridgewater was really good. Having a big drop off from the starter to the backup is far from an ideal situation. It's rare, but infinitely preferable, to have a backup who can step in and handle the job without a major drop in the quality of the QB's performance.

Im sorry but I dont recall many instances in which a good quality QB went out, for his backup to come in and play at a similar level, without taking his job outright.

Though you raise a good point, and I suppose you are right, that would be the IDEAL situation, but I think if Bridge was to become a HOFer (Which, ideally you would want him to be) and you guys found him a backup not far behind, that would be one hell of a job by the Vikings coaching staff, and something that is rarely done.

[Mothman]

Im sorry but I dont recall many instances in which a good quality QB went out, for his backup to come in and play at a similar level, without taking his job outright.

Though you raise a good point, and I suppose you are right, that would be the IDEAL situation, but I think if Bridge was to become a HOFer (Which, ideally you would want him to be) and you guys found him a backup not far behind, that would be one hell of a job by the Vikings coaching staff, and something that is rarely done.

True, but Bridgewater hasn't even established himself as an above average NFL starter yet, much less a potential Hall of Famer, so that hypothetical scenario is a long way off, assuming it ever materializes at all.

My point was simply that, if we're talking about what's preferable, it's better not to have a huge drop off from starter to backup. It's certainly not an unachievable goal if a team just takes it seriously.

[VikingPaul73]

. It's rare, but infinitely preferable, to have a backup who can step in and handle the job without a major drop in the quality of the QB's performance.

You mean.....like when the Vikings pulled McNabb and replaced him with Ponder? It was basically exactly the same performance

[Norv Zimmer]

Matt Cassell when tom brady went down comes to mind..... anyway have no fear, I emailed Wobby asking about our back up qbs saying how I heard they looked pretty terrible. Wobby said that actually Hill looks very good in camp and I need not worry.

This kinda reassured me, but I know that wobby is the one that spikes the Kool aid the most

[Funkytown]

John Sullivan reportedly left practice early because his wife went into labor. So...congratulations to him!

[EDIT]: Which I now see was mentioned in Funk's post. Thanks for the work, by the way!

In case you missed it:

Matt Vensel ✔@mattvensel
It was a false alarm for John Sullivan and his wife, Ariel, last night. Their first baby isn't quite here yet.

Appreciate the hard work.

Week 1 can't get here soon enough.

You're welcome, guys! Oh, and...

Minnesota Vikings ✔@Vikings
The #Vikings kickoff the preseason in exactly one week!

Scott Hanson ✔@ScottHanson
After today, we'll have 27 straight weekends with football games.

[Mothman]

[dead_poet]

@ArifHasanNFL Kerin at second team LG while Yankey continues playing second team LT.

@VikingsCorner Zimmer talked about Zac Kerin yesterday. Working with the second team LG this morning.

@ArifHasanNFL No depth chart changes for first team. Defense starts in nickel with Barr and Greenway at LB

@mattvensel Scott Crichton is not out here for the walkthrough. Also sitting out today are Josh Robinson, Carter Bykowski and DuJuan Harris. #Vikings

-- Bykowski was getting some 2nd team LT looks

[dead_poet]

8/3 Presser:

@Andrew_Krammer Rookie DT B.J. Dubose, sixth-round pick, said he dropped 20 pounds from rookie minicamp. Began running 5 miles every AM.

‏@mattvensel George Edwards said Scott Crichton got injured yesterday. Wouldn't say anything beyond that. #Vikings

‏@markcraignfl Edwards says Crichton has a "nagging" injury. Crichton not at walk through

@markcraignfl Edwards says reason Newman has seen reps in slot is because of a "nagging" injury to Munnerlyn. Munnerlyn has still had limited reps

@ArifHasanNFL Edwards mentioned more pass-rushing opportunities for Barr, just like last season.

@ArifHasanNFL Inconsistencies at LS drove LS battle

@ArifHasanNFL McDermott's previous relationship with Locke had nothing to do with bringing him in

@ArifHasanNFL Edwards sees a lot more consistency from Munnerlyn, "better understanding of what we're trying to do" a/ cvg, leverage

@ArifHasanNFL Edwards preaching patience at naming MLB starter

@ArifHasanNFL George Edwards: They'll rotate players during preseason so competitors at open positions get reps against quality starters.

@ArifHasanNFL Edwards: won't really gameplan v Pittsburgh, though will take a look.

@AjKFAN Priefer: "I would like to see Stefon (Diggs) in game situations because I think he can compete as PR and KR on this team." #Vikings

@christomasson LB Anthony Barr on health "Still a little ways away from where I’d like to be but that’s what is camp is for to get your legs back under you

Priefer said Diggs has improved ball security a lot since rookie minicamp

[Purple bruise]

Fusco talks about switch to the left side:

http://www.vikings.com/media-vault/vide ... cb84a71930

[Funkytown]

Andrew Krammer @Andrew_Krammer
Best of luck to Mike Zimmer, who said his father isn't doing well, will miss practice tomorrow. Had to leave right after practice today.

Chris Tomasson @christomasson
Matt Asiata, who lost his father in 2013, said Mike Zimmer was “emotional’’ in telling team about ailing father and will miss practice Tues.

Matt Vensel ✔@mattvensel
Mike Zimmer will not be at practice tomorrow as he is leaving to be with his ailing father. Norv Turner will run tomorrow's practice

Much more from today: Training Camp

[Mothman]

Much more from today: Training Camp

Poor Coach Zimmer! I'm always sorry to learn news like that.

[DK Sweets]

That's a tough break. :/

[Mothman]

Earlier today:

Master Tesfatsion ‏@MasterStrib
As much as people talk about Matt Kalil's struggles against Everson Griffen...EVERYONE has struggled against Everson Griffen #Vikings

Chris Tomasson ‏@christomasson 5h5 hours ago
#Vikings QB Shaun Hill, who is a 14-year NFL veteran: “This is as deep of a group as I’ve been around as far as receivers.’’

From yesterday:

Mark Craig ‏@markcraignfl Aug 2
One thing that has stood out to me in camp is how Peterson is catching the ball so much more smoothly on a consistent basis.

[Funkytown]

Poor Coach Zimmer! I'm always sorry to learn news like that.

That's a tough break. :/

Yeah...sucks.

These tweets are getting sadder by the sec. I hate it, but I'll share anyway...

Brian Murphy ‏@murphPPress
Zimmer on his dad: "He's had 3 hip replaced. He coached wrestling until he was 58, was always wrestling kids. My dad was a stud." #vikings

Brian Murphy ‏@murphPPress
Zimmer told me last month in Ky. his dad, Bill, was frail but hoped to attend home preseason game and TCF games vs. Detroit & SD #vikings