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Jordysghost wrote: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.

Mothman wrote: 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.

Jordysghost wrote: 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.

Mothman wrote:. 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

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

DK Sweets wrote: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.

808vikingsfan wrote:
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.

Funkytown wrote:

@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

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

Fusco talks about switch to the left side:

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

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

Funkytown wrote: Much more from today: Training Camp

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

That's a tough break. :/

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.

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

DK Sweets wrote: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