Packers @ Vikings Game Day Discussion Thread -- Week 2

[Mothman]

I really feel for AD and hope the injury looked much worse than it actually is, but I think we'll be more dangerous with a combo of McKinnon and Asiata in the backfield.

I seriously doubt it but at least the Vikes have solid backups at the position.

[VikingPaul73]

We got called for several of them that had the same amount of contact, and yet you and many other Packers fans are gonna single out that one call as the reason you lost. But I'm sure the ones against us were good calls and only the one against your team was a bad call...

Bradford/Diggs and our defense won this one, not the refs.

The Pack fans are so accustomed to getting calls that when something is called even remotely fairly they are apoplectic. Typical.

I hope AD is ok, but it doesn't look/sound good. Not sure if Bradford can be so effective with normal defensive looks. I know he did well even after AD was out, but the Packers still game planned all week for AD. If a team game plans to stop Bradford it could be a lot different.

Anyway, GREAT game by Bradford and Diggs!!!! And it was nice to see Waynes redeem himself. He was in position all night, he just never turned his head. Hope XR returns soon or we might have to see Mack sooner than expected.

Anyway, great win, and hope the AD injury isn't too severe

[porky]

It was a ridiculous call, he barely contacted him at all, he didnt grasp any part of him, why did the call come so late I( wonder??

Now you know how it feels....boohoo

[Mothman]

If only that is what happened..

Stop it. Either you're done complaining about refs for the night or else you're simply done here for the night. Your choice. It's irritating everybody and people are flagging your posts which is irritating me. Enough is enough.

[raddmann]

Awesome game ! Bradford looked like he'd been in this offense for years not weeks. It's been a long time since a QB slung the ball like that for the Vikes. He has a quick release too. Defense was great and could of had 5 or 6 turnovers. And Diggs was great. I was glad Waynes redeemed himself. I dont think Zim will go easy on him for those penalties. The pass blocking was decent but the run blocking was yuck. Still a huge win and a very enjoyable game to watch. 2-0 baby and a win against the Pack - sweeeeeeeeet !

BTW that was a legit penalty and it was the right call. You got beat fair and square and it was one of the few times I've seen a defense rattle Rogers. Now to beat them at Lambeau again to show them that there's a new boss in the NFC North.

[SP1966]

I hope AD is ok, but it doesn't look/sound good. Not sure if Bradford can be so effective with normal defensive looks. I know he did well even after AD was out, but the Packers still game planned all week for AD. If a team game plans to stop Bradford it could be a lot different.

A big part of the teams problem IMO has been that lack of a passing threat allowed teams not to just stack the box, but to use run blitzes that also made Teddy's life even more miserable. I honestly believe this offense will be more effective without AD, as much as it sucks to say.

[VikingPaul73]

I really feel for AD and hope the injury looked much worse than it actually is, but I think we'll be more dangerous with a combo of McKinnon and Asiata in the backfield. It might make passing a little more difficult with fewer stacked boxes, but we should be able to gain a little more yards on the ground.

In general, NFL D coordinators are smarter than us.....if there are fewer stacked boxes with AD not in the game, it means AD is better than McKinnon/Asiata.

[J. Kapp 11]

Awesome game ! Bradford looked like he'd been in this offense for years not weeks. It's been a long time since a QB slung the ball like that for the Vikes. He has a quick release too. Defense was great and could of had 5 or 6 turnovers. And Diggs was great. I was glad Waynes redeemed himself. I dont think Zim will go easy on him for those penalties. The pass blocking was decent but the run blocking was yuck. Still a huge win and a very enjoyable game to watch. 2-0 baby and a win against the Pack - sweeeeeeeeet !

Waynes had his challenges tonight, that's for sure. But two things I like.

1. He kept fighting and made the game-clinching play. He never gave up.
2. The dude is pretty uncanny at mirroring receivers. So quick. Just needs to get better at the point of attack.

Trae is young and learning on the fly. But honestly, a game like this, where he got picked on continuously but ended up making the huge play, could do wonders for his confidence going forward.

[SP1966]

In general, NFL D coordinators are smarter than us.....

Liar.

[Mothman]

In general, NFL D coordinators are smarter than us.....if there are fewer stacked boxes with AD not in the game, it means AD is better than McKinnon/Asiata.

Exactly.

Peterson's a huge asset to the offense. If Bradford can keep playing like he did tonight, that will help make up for his loss but make no mistake, he made them better, not worse. I just hope the injury isn't too serious.

[mossbutt]

A real QB. Tough too. Hell of an arm. Smart too pick up things so quick. Yeehaa. There's a new sheriff in town boys.

[PurpleMustReign]

Waynes had his challenges tonight, that's for sure. But two things I like.

1. He kept fighting and made the game-clinching play. He never gave up.
2. The dude is pretty uncanny at mirroring receivers. So quick. Just needs to get better at the point of attack.

Trae is young and learning on the fly. But honestly, a game like this, where he got picked on continuously but ended up making the huge play, could do wonders for his confidence going forward.

Spot on!!! Trae grew up big time today, and his INT is the play of the year so far (yeah I know it is only two games). Awesome game, if he can continue to develop, he will be alright!!

[TSonn]

In general, NFL D coordinators are smarter than us.....if there are fewer stacked boxes with AD not in the game, it means AD is better than McKinnon/Asiata.

Haha, yes they are. As just a lowly fan, I believe we'll have better production from the offense as a whole with McKinnon and Asiata splitting carries.

[S197]

I have no voice, I love life and whose the better D now?

Skol!

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[Mothman]

Waynes had his challenges tonight, that's for sure. But two things I like.

1. He kept fighting and made the game-clinching play. He never gave up.
2. The dude is pretty uncanny at mirroring receivers. So quick. Just needs to get better at the point of attack.

... and if he can, he could be great because he's really showing the potential that got him drafted in the first round.

Trae is young and learning on the fly. But honestly, a game like this, where he got picked on continuously but ended up making the huge play, could do wonders for his confidence going forward.

Let's hope so. I sure enjoyed seeing him get the last laugh with that INT.