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Archive for September, 2007

Vikings RB Peterson emerging as big-play threat

The Minnesota Vikings, since they got rid of wide receiver Randy Moss and quarterback Daunte Culpepper, have been looking long and hard for that offensive “home-run hitter”.  After Sunday’s win over the Atlanta Falcons, they may have found him.  The person in question rushed 19 times for 103 yards and caught a pass for a [...]

Posted by Stephen Rhodes on Sep 10 2007

Peterson the Key as Vikings Win Opener 24-3

Rookie running back Andre Peterson rushed for 102 yards and turned a screen pass into a 60-yard touchdown play to lead the Vikings to a 24-3 win over the Atlanta Falcons in the season opener for both teams. Peterson was the most effective offensive player of the day for the Vikings, while the defense limited [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Sep 10 2007

Plan for I-35W Weekend Closure

The Minnesota Vikings are encouraging fans attending the season opener against the Falcons to plan for the weekend closure of Interstate 35W and Highway 62. According to Mn/DOT, as part of the I-35W/Hwy 62 Crosstown Reconstruction project, all lanes of I-35W from I-94 to Hwy 62/Crosstown and westbound Hwy 62 from [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Sep 06 2007

Williams Scores a Three-Year Extension

The Vikings and big defensive tackle Pat Williams have agreed to a thee-year contract extension.  Sources say that Williams, who was set to become a free agent following the 2007 season, is getting a three-year extension that carries $22 million in new money and $9.5 mil in guarantees.  “I ain’t celebrating,” Williams said.  “It’s cool, [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Sep 06 2007

Vikings Trim Roster - McMullen and Pinner Released

Minnesota trimmed their roster Saturday, and among the Vikings cuts were two fifth-year veterans: receiver Billy McMullen and running back Artose Pinner. Last season McMullen had a career-high 307 yards and two touchdowns.  He came to Minnesota from the Eagles in a trade.  His release should pave the way for playing time for wide out [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Sep 01 2007